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Objective: Cervical cancer contributes to a significant number of cancer cases every year specially in the developing countries. With COVID-19 pandemic screening services were paused for long periods. Innovative tests and healthcare delivery can help restart screening services to reach the goal set by WHO to eliminate cervical cancer.
Methods: We had planned for camp-based screening, however with the pandemic situation we had to change plans. Women visiting the outpatient department were sent to a dedicated facility for screening. Screening was done using Pap smear followed by ready to use VIA test Kit. Biopsy was done if VIA was positive or if indicated by PAP smear.
Results: Majority of the patients in our study were aged between 31-40 years of age. Vaginal discharge was the most common presenting complaint. In our study accuracy of VIA was at 91%.
Conclusion: We could offer screening services in our hospital maintaining social distance. The VIA Kit was helpful as we always had the necessary items to conduct the test faster. It reduced the exposure time in the hospital. In addition, adopting VIA as screening procedure helped us in reducing hospital visits for the women by providing
instant results and decision on next steps.

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