Published 2004-07-28
Abstract
Of rapidly applied tests Or examination in an ap*rentb,' healthy individuor and this is
fundamental aspect of Fyevention of disease. Thus the objective Of screening for
is to reduce rate) and to improve the qualib,' Of life,
Carcinoma Of the cervix is the most common cancer Of woman in India a the
second most Common cancer of women throughout the world'. Approximately
new cases develop each year many Of Which ore (see fable ) 2.
Prevention Of this large number of cases and premature deaths is on urgent
consideration. Cancer Of the cervix is considered o preventable condition as if is
preceded by a pre•invasive curable stage known as dysplgsio\cervicol intraepithelial
neoplasia This progresses slowly over a period Of O.