A Novel Use of Laryngoscope for Difficult Papanicolaou Smear Collection

The prevalence of cervical cancer has dropped significantly since introduction of the Papanicolaou (Pap) screen. The greatest risk factor for cervical cancer is inadequate screening. Altered pelvic anatomy can limit the ability to collect a Pap smear. In the presented case, a woman with a history of...

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Main Authors:	Sarah Boudova, Caitlin Thomas, John Wolfe, Jeanne M. Schilder
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Hindawi Limited 2021-01-01
Series:	Case Reports in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Online Access:	http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2021/6986768

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spelling	doaj-74ac24c0c4ee495c9535863ef7d22f452021-10-04T01:58:38ZengHindawi LimitedCase Reports in Obstetrics and Gynecology2090-66922021-01-01202110.1155/2021/6986768A Novel Use of Laryngoscope for Difficult Papanicolaou Smear CollectionSarah Boudova0Caitlin Thomas1John Wolfe2Jeanne M. Schilder3Indiana University Department of Obstetrics and GynecologyIndiana University Department of Obstetrics and GynecologyIndiana University Department of AnesthesiaIndiana University Department of Obstetrics and GynecologyThe prevalence of cervical cancer has dropped significantly since introduction of the Papanicolaou (Pap) screen. The greatest risk factor for cervical cancer is inadequate screening. Altered pelvic anatomy can limit the ability to collect a Pap smear. In the presented case, a woman with a history of fibroids and bleeding presented for an exam under anesthesia. Traditional approaches for collecting a Pap smear failed. A GlideScope video laryngoscope was used to visualize the cervix, and a Pap smear was collected. The specimen was satisfactory, negative for intraepithelial lesion or malignancy, and HPV negative. A laryngoscope can be repurposed to visualize collection of a challenging Pap smear. Novel approaches for Pap smear collection and cervical cancer screening are needed and have the potential to save lives.http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2021/6986768
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author	Sarah Boudova Caitlin Thomas John Wolfe Jeanne M. Schilder
spellingShingle	Sarah Boudova Caitlin Thomas John Wolfe Jeanne M. Schilder A Novel Use of Laryngoscope for Difficult Papanicolaou Smear Collection Case Reports in Obstetrics and Gynecology
author_facet	Sarah Boudova Caitlin Thomas John Wolfe Jeanne M. Schilder
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title	A Novel Use of Laryngoscope for Difficult Papanicolaou Smear Collection
title_short	A Novel Use of Laryngoscope for Difficult Papanicolaou Smear Collection
title_full	A Novel Use of Laryngoscope for Difficult Papanicolaou Smear Collection
title_fullStr	A Novel Use of Laryngoscope for Difficult Papanicolaou Smear Collection
title_full_unstemmed	A Novel Use of Laryngoscope for Difficult Papanicolaou Smear Collection
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publisher	Hindawi Limited
series	Case Reports in Obstetrics and Gynecology
issn	2090-6692
publishDate	2021-01-01
description	The prevalence of cervical cancer has dropped significantly since introduction of the Papanicolaou (Pap) screen. The greatest risk factor for cervical cancer is inadequate screening. Altered pelvic anatomy can limit the ability to collect a Pap smear. In the presented case, a woman with a history of fibroids and bleeding presented for an exam under anesthesia. Traditional approaches for collecting a Pap smear failed. A GlideScope video laryngoscope was used to visualize the cervix, and a Pap smear was collected. The specimen was satisfactory, negative for intraepithelial lesion or malignancy, and HPV negative. A laryngoscope can be repurposed to visualize collection of a challenging Pap smear. Novel approaches for Pap smear collection and cervical cancer screening are needed and have the potential to save lives.
url	http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2021/6986768
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A Novel Use of Laryngoscope for Difficult Papanicolaou Smear Collection

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