[The monolayer technique: evolution or revolution in cervico-uterine cytology].
The Pap's smear technique, originally described by Papanicolaou is widely used to screen for cervical cancer. The new, recently introduced thin layer preparations also termed monolayer or liquid-based cytology preparations has prompted much debate among pathologists. A new technique always raises some doubt, especially concerning the economic implications. We present here a technical not providing helpful information and a certain amount of clarification.
Service d'Anatomie et Cytologie Pathologiques, CHU Cochin-Port-Royal, Colombes.
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D002584:Cervix Uteri / Q000473:pathology*; D003581:Cytodiagnosis / Q000379:methods*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D002583:Uterine Cervical Neoplasms / Q000473:pathology*; D014599:Uterus / Q000473:pathology*