Detection of uterine cancer. Results of a community program of 17 years

Abstract

The Toledo Community Program for the detection of uterine cancer is described and an analysis is presented of the results, 1947–1963. The results indicate the success of a self-supporting community program conducted by practicing physicians from their own offices. The Program has encompassed more than two thirds of the women, 30 or more years old in Lucas County, Ohio. It has resulted in a large decrease in invasive cancer of the uterus. Survival rates following diagnosis of invasive cancer of the uterus are superior to those usually seen.