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Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Public Health
  • Health Services Research

Background:

  • Breast and cervical cancer screening rates differ across socioeconomic and demographic groups.
  • Patient navigation services can address healthcare access barriers but are underutilized in cancer screening programs.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness and harms of patient navigation services in improving breast and cervical cancer screening and follow-up rates.

Main Methods:

  • A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials (RCTs) and observational studies were conducted.
  • Searches included MEDLINE, Scopus, CENTRAL, and Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews (2000-2024).
  • Data were extracted and synthesized using a random-effects model, adhering to PRISMA guidelines.

Main Results:

  • Forty-two RCTs involving 39,111 participants were included; no harms were reported.
  • Patient navigation significantly increased breast cancer screening (RR 1.50) and follow-up (RR 1.23).
  • Patient navigation also increased cervical cancer screening (RR 1.62) and follow-up (RR 1.63), with notable benefits across diverse populations.

Conclusions:

  • Patient navigation services are effective in enhancing breast and cervical cancer screening and follow-up rates.
  • These services can reduce barriers, improve healthcare access, and promote equitable cancer preventive care.
  • Implementation of patient navigation could lead to substantial increases in cancer screening adherence.