Publications by authors named "Pouran Almstedt"
Background: To enable incremental optimization of screening, regular reporting of quality indicators is required.
Aim: To report key quality indicators and basic statistics about cervical screening in Sweden.
Methods: We collected individual level data on all cervical cytologies, histopathologies, human papillomavirus tests and all invitations for cervical screening in Sweden during 2013-2016.
Objectives: Comprehensive nationwide monitoring and evaluation of screening through registry-based review of key indicators is necessary for programme optimization, especially as new tests and strategies are introduced. We aimed to investigate and report on the use of these key indicators in the Swedish programme.
Setting And Methods: Organized population-based cervical screening targeting women aged 23-50 and 51-60 every three and five years, respectively, is regionally implemented in Sweden.