Experiences of Self-Collected Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) Testing Among Women Aged 20 to 65 Years in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
<b>Background/Objectives:</b> To assess the correct sampling rates and self-collection satisfaction levels among female residents aged 25 to 64 years during first-time HPV testing in the communities of Ho Chi Minh City. <b>Methods:</b> An observational study was conducted on...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2025-04-01
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| Series: | Diagnostics |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4418/15/8/968 |
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| Summary: | <b>Background/Objectives:</b> To assess the correct sampling rates and self-collection satisfaction levels among female residents aged 25 to 64 years during first-time HPV testing in the communities of Ho Chi Minh City. <b>Methods:</b> An observational study was conducted on self-collection for HPV testing in communities from January to December 2024. The study employed a probability proportional to size sampling method, involving self-collected sampling and post-collection direct interviews. <b>Results:</b> The data show that 99.9% [95% CI = 0.99–1] of 775 women successfully collected their own samples during a first-time HPV testing process. The self-collection satisfaction rate was 80.4% [95% CI = 0.77–0.83]. <b>Conclusions:</b> Self-collected sampling for HPV testing has a very high success rate in communities. Moreover, women who feel confident in self-collection tend to have higher satisfaction rates with this new method. Therefore, self-collection sampling should be widely adopted for early cervical cancer screenings to test for high-risk HPV. It is essential to provide careful instructions and mobilization to encourage women’s confidence in performing self-collections. |
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| ISSN: | 2075-4418 |