A study of Pap smear abnormalities in asymptomatic women attending a tertiary care hospital

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Authors: Neelam Singh Raghuwanshi, Debasmita Jana, Akansha Agrawal, Parul Nema, Vishnu Kumar Gupta
DOI: 10.6026/973206300221057
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Abstract

Cervical cytological abnormalities detected during asymptomatic screening provide an opportunity for early intervention in premalignant disease. This cross-sectional study enrolled 400 asymptomatic women aged 21-65 years undergoing routine Pap smear screening at a tertiary care hospital. Adequate cytology was obtained in 97 % of participants, with 87.5% showing NILM, 5% inflammatory changes and 4.5% epithelial cell abnormalities (ASC-US 2.5%, LSIL 1.25%, HSIL 0.75%). Abnormalities were more frequent in women aged ≥ 40 years, multiparous women and those of lower socioeconomic status (p < 0.05). Targeted screening and structured follow-up are essential to improve early detection and prevention of cervical neoplasia.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Cervical Cancer and HPV Research Women's cancer prevention and management Endometrial and Cervical Cancer Treatments

Publication details

Journal / source
Bioinformation
Volume
22
Issue
2
Pages
1057–1060
Publication date
28 February 2026
Language
EN