Discuss Possible Causes and Steps that should be Taken to Avoid False-Negative Cytology. A Case of Grade 3 Intraepithelial Neoplasia of the Cervix Associated with HPV

Kabulo Katshi Cedric, Shamba M Bokongo Didier, Tiago de Jesus Manjolo Chiambo, KapitaIzana Marie Jeanne

Citation: Kabulo Katshi Cedric, Shamba M Bokongo Didier, Tiago de Jesus Manjolo Chiambo, KapitaIzana Marie Jeanne, "Discuss Possible Causes and Steps that should be Taken to Avoid False-Negative Cytology. A Case of Grade 3 Intraepithelial Neoplasia of the Cervix Associated with HPV", Universal Library of Medical and Health Sciences, Volume 03, Issue 01.

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Abstract

We recently encountered a case with TCT-negative cytology and extensive CIN3 on histological biopsy. We review the initial cytology and discuss possible causes and measures to avoid false-negative cytology leading to unfavourable results.


Keywords: HPV, Cytology, TCT.

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