[Cervical smears in women under 30 years age (author's transl)]

A report is given about the results of cytological examinations of cervical smears taken from women under 30 years age living in smaller towns or rural areas. Of 113 585 smears taken between 1968 and 1977 11 717 (10,35%) belonged to the mentioned age group. 29 smears were pathological. When examined histologically 19 (0,15%) showed a carcinoma in situ or a microcarcinoma. The situation in smaller towns or rural areas is the same as in urban areas. In respect of these findings the authors are asking for routinely screening of women between 20 and 30 years of age.