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Social and Cultural Barriers to Papanicolaou Test Screening in an Urban Population

Kian Behbakht, Anne M. Lynch, Stephanie Teal, Koen DeGeest, Stewart L. Massad

Obstetrics and Gynecology · 2004 · 131 citations · 24 references

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Abstract

We have identified factors and beliefs that are barriers to Pap test screening in urban cervical cancer patients. Further studies should evaluate effects of addressing cultural, cognitive, and financial barriers on Pap test compliance.

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Has the use of cervical, breast, and colorectal cancer screening increased in the United States?

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Misconceptions About Cancer Among Latinos and Anglos

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