Object: In the present study, we compared the positive cytodiagnostic test rates with discrepancies using self-collection devices for cervical cancer screening. We made this survey to examine whether or not our self-smear preparation method using the Kato self-collection device contributed to an improved rate of detecting atypical cells compared with existing recommended preparation methods. Methods: Specimens were collected at 14 facilities handling self-collection methods, and samples were collected by a physician in 2 facilities. The chi-squared test was performed using the SPSS ver. 20 statistical software to determine the relationships between the positive cytodiagnostic rate, specimen preparation methods, and self-collection devices. Results: Collecting cells using the Kato self-collection device and preparing liquid-based specimens, we obtained a significantly higher rate of positive cytodiagnosis and our results were equal to those obtained with the direct method. Conclusions: Taking into consideration increased needs for screening using the self-collection method in future, with even more improved test accuracy, a screening test that is acceptable to society needs to be established.
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Okayama, K., Okodo, M., Fujii, M., Kumagai, T., Yabusaki, H., Shiina, Y., … Hatta, K. (2012). Improved accuracy of cytodiagnosis using the kato self-collection devise: The usefulness of smear preparation in liquid-based cytology methods. Asian Pacific Journal of Cancer Prevention, 13(9), 4521–4524. https://doi.org/10.7314/APJCP.2012.13.9.4521
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