Rationale and Comments

Most dysplasia in adolescents regresses spontaneously; therefore, screening Pap tests in this age group can lead to unnecessary anxiety, morbidity, and cost. Pap tests have low yield in women after hysterectomy for benign disease, and there is poor evidence for improved outcomes.

Sponsoring Organizations

• American Academy of Family Physicians

Sources

• U.S. Preventive Services Task Force
• American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists guidelines

Disciplines

• Gynecologic
• Oncologic
• Preventive Medicine

References

• U.S. Preventive Services Task Force
  
• American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists