The British journal of general practice : the journal of the Royal College of General Practitioners
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Non-speculum sampling approaches for cervical screening in older women: randomised controlled trial.
Cervical cancer disproportionately affects women ≥65 years, especially those not screened regularly. Speculum use is a key barrier. ⋯ Offering non-speculum clinician-taken sampling and self-sampling substantially increases uptake in older lapsed attendee women. Non-speculum clinician sampling appeals to women who dislike the speculum but still prefer a clinician to take their sample. Providing a choice of screening modality may be important for optimising cervical screening uptake.