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Cervical Cancer
Research conducted at M.A. Vanderaa and co-researchers has updated our knowledge about cervical cancer
May 8th, 2008
According to recent research published in the International Journal of Cancer, "With respect to cervical cancer management, Finland and the Netherlands are comparable in relevant characteristics, e.g., fertility rate, age-of-mother at first birth and a national screening programme for several years. The aim of this study is to compare trends in incidence of and mortality from cervical cancer in Finland and the Netherlands in relation to the introduction and intensity of the screening programmes." "Therefore, incidence and mortality rates were calculated using the Cancer Registries of Finland and the Netherlands. Data on screening intensity were obtained from the...
Source: Women's Health Weekly (2008-05-08)
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