Impacto da pandemia de COVID-19 no rastreamento de câncer de colo uterino no estado do Rio de Janeiro

Key Points

• This study aims to evaluate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on cervical cancer screening in the state of Rio de Janeiro.
• Evaluate screening rates before and after the COVID-19 pandemic restrictions
• Focus on women aged 25-64 years
• Analyze the effects of limited elective outpatient care
• A significant decrease in cervical cancer screening rates during the pandemic was observed
• Screening disruptions could lead to later-stage diagnoses
• Public health strategies need to be adjusted to restore screening services