Background. Few studies have examined the psychological costs of cervical screening,
despite expressed concern over possible negative sequelae. Methods. Seventy-five women …

This study was carried out to assess the psychological impact of abnormal cervical smear
results. Existing literature contain only uncontrolled studies or controlled studies with non …

The state anxiety scores of women with abnormal cervical smears referred for colposcopy
were investigated to identify causes of anxiety, factors influencing anxiety and emotions …

Objective: To determine the reasons for women's anxiety and psychological stress before
and during colposcopy, in order to define strategies to decrease their stress. Methods …

Cervical cancer is still widely prevalent in the female population. This study explores the
relationship of cervical cancer screening, positive versus negative Papanicolaou's test …

Background Data on the impact of abnormal cervical smear results on health‐related quality
of life (HrQoL) are scarce. We aimed to (i) prospectively assess the HrQoL of women who …

Objectives The aim of this study was to determine if there were any long‐lasting elevated
anxiety levels in women attending colposcopy after an abnormal cervical smear. Design …

The purpose of the study is to investigate, for the first time, the psychological impact of an
inadequate smear test result. A prospective questionnaire design was used, and the setting …

Receipt of an abnormal cervical smear result often generates fear and confusion and can
have a negative impact on a woman's well-being. Most previous studies have focussed on …

We have previously shown that upon receipt of inadequate cervical smear test results,
women have elevated levels of state anxiety and concern about their test results, similar to …