Traditional vs novel out-of-office method for collecting cytology and HPV DNA - a comparative study.

Objectives: The integration of high-risk human papillomavirus (HPV) detection into cervical cancer screening in Poland aims to improve early detection, yet challenges in coverage and adherence persist. Innovative approaches, like sampling for HPV testing and cytology outside medical settings, have been proposed. This study assesses the feasibility and agreement of results between traditional and novel sampling methods.