Evaluation of The Sensitivity and Specificity of Colposcopy in The Early Detection of Dysplasia |
Sangita Devi, Bidhan Krishna Sarker, Sharmila Chakroborty, Ummul Sifat Rizwana Rahman, Karuna Rani Karmakar |
https://doi.org/10.62469/taj.v037i02.040 |
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Background: Cervical cancer remains a significant public health challenge, especially in low to middle-income countries. Early detection through effective screening methods like colposcopy is crucial for timely intervention and management. Methods: This cross-sectional analytical study included 200 women attending a colposcopy center at Comilla Medical College Hospital. Participants were selected through random sampling, with inclusion criteria of women aged 20 to 60 years who were Visual Inspection with Acetic acid (VIA) positive. Result: The study primarily involved women aged 30-49 (80%), with 50% having primary education and 54