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Pap smear and Cervical Cancer Screening
Pap smear and Cervical Cancer Screening
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Cervical cancer is often caused by an infection with human papilloma virus (HPV). The cervix is the lower tubular part of the uterus that opens into the vagina. Cervical cancer accounts for nearly 20 percent of cancer related deaths in women in India. It is usually caused by an infection of the human papilloma virus (HPV). The virus spreads through sexual contact. The infection sometimes disappears on its own. In other cases, it causes changes in the cervical cells that could lead to cancer.  Pap smear is the most common test used in screening cervical cancer. It involves a study of the cervical cells to detect any abnormalities that could result in cancer. Though this test may not be 100% accurate, it helps to detect early changes in the cervix which can be easily treated. |
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