How do endocervical swabs and high vaginal swabs compare in terms of patient comfort and ease of specimen collection?
Abstract
High vaginal swabs, especially those collected by patients themselves, are often preferred over clinician-collected endocervical swabs due to higher comfort and ease of use.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Cervical Cancer and HPV Research
Reproductive tract infections research
Women's cancer prevention and management
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
- Publication date
- 16 February 2026
- Language
- EN