A comprehensive cytologic screening program has been instrumental in the increased case finding and decreased mortality of patients with cervical cancer in a high risk population. In the 7 years of operation, 94,778 smears have been examined and 2327 atypical, 529 suspicious, and 133 positive cytologic examinations have resulted. During this period, there has been a reversal of the former predominance of invasive: in‐situ lesions, and an associated redistribution in the stage of tumor exhibited. The multiple impact of an efficient cancer control program on a gynecologic malignancy service has necessitated modification in the therapy of cervical malignancy, in subsequent patient follow‐up, and in the training program.
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