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Advancing cervical cancer prevention in India: implementation science priorities
Suneeta Krishnan1, Emily Madsen, Deborah Porterfield
1RTI International, Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, USA;
The Oncologist
|November 13, 2013
Summary
Cervical cancer prevention programs in India are feasible and effective, but implementation science research is crucial. This research will address barriers and optimize services for greater impact.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Oncology
- Implementation Science
Background:
- Cervical cancer is a leading cause of cancer mortality among women in India, with a projected increase in cases by 2025.
- Existing cervical cancer prevention programs in India are limited in scale and organization.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the current state of cervical cancer prevention research and programs in India.
- To identify research priorities for effective cervical cancer prevention and control.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive review of the scientific literature on cervical cancer prevention research.
- Analysis of programmatic experiences in cervical cancer prevention within India.
Main Results:
- Cervical cancer prevention efforts, including screening strategies, have demonstrated feasibility and acceptability in India.
- Screening approaches requiring minimal resources can effectively reduce cervical cancer morbidity and mortality.
Conclusions:
- Implementation science research is essential to overcome barriers and improve the impact and cost-effectiveness of cervical cancer prevention programs.
- Further research is needed to optimize healthcare worker performance, integrate screening with diagnosis and treatment, and determine optimal program design and outcomes.
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