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Are we ready for human papillomavirus testing? Assessment of patient knowledge of and preferences for cervical cancer screening in Ontario.
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Abstract
objectiveTo determine patient knowledge and preferences about primary human papillomavirus (HPV) testing.
designCross-sectional survey.
settingTwo family practice clinics (urban and suburban) and the social media platforms of 2 hospitals in the greater Toronto area between January and February 2023.
participantsA total of 413 Ontario residents aged 25 to 69 years, with a cervix, who qualified for Papanicolaou (Pap) screening and could communicate in English.
methodsElectronic survey containing questions about knowledge of, and preferences for, cervical cancer screening, including types of screening and screening intervals, and about education related to HPV and screening intervals. MAIN
findingsOf 441 potential participants, 426 were eligible and consented to participate in the study; ultimately 413 provided completed or partially completed surveys (96.9% response rate). Of those who completed a recent Pap test, 57.8% (208 of 360) knew of HPV testing. Initially, 27.8% thought HPV testing was better than Pap testing for cervical cancer screening. After learning HPV tests exist and have self-sampling options, most participants preferred HPV testing (self-sampling 46.3%, provider sampling 34.1%). Annual cervical cancer screening was preferred by 50.1% of participants despite knowing that, for most people, Pap tests should be conducted every 3 years (74.8%). After learning about HPV testing, participants were more likely to prefer 5-year screening intervals (43.8%); however, those in the family practice group were still more likely to prefer 3-year intervals compared with those in the social media group (
conclusionParticipants in this study identified a preference for HPV testing and self-sampling options. Concerns were raised about extended screening intervals and the safety of self-collected samples that need to be addressed in public health education initiatives during rollout of new screening programs.
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