Challenges and opportunities for cervical screening in women over the age of 50 years: a qualitative study.
Alison BravingtonHong ChenJudith DysonLesley JonesChristopher DalglieshAmée BryanJulietta PatnickUna MacleodPublished in: The British journal of general practice : the journal of the Royal College of General Practitioners (2022)
Good practice involves attention to structural and practical challenges, and an understanding of the role of relationships in shaping screening intentions. Experienced practitioners adapt procedures to increase sensitivity, and balance time invested in problem solving against the benefits of reaching practice targets for attendance. Building networks of expertise across multiple practices can increase practitioner skill in screening this age group.