Re-valuation of annual cytology using HPV self-sampling to upgrade prevention (REACH UP): A feasibility study in women living with HIV in the UK.

Paola CicconiCharlotte WellsBlanka McCarthySusan WareingMonique Ingrid AnderssonJulie FoxJulianne LwangaNisha PalFiona BurnsClare WoodwardRamona MalekCaroline Anne SabinLucy Dorrell

Published in: HIV medicine (2022)

Our results suggest that the prevalence of HR-HPV in WLWH in the UK may be low. Self-sampling seems to be acceptable, suggesting, if validated, its potential role in supporting less frequent smear testing and improving screening uptake in WLWH.

Keyphrases

high grade
cervical cancer screening
cross sectional
polycystic ovary syndrome
risk factors
pulmonary tuberculosis
fine needle aspiration
pregnancy outcomes
type diabetes
ultrasound guided
breast cancer risk