title: French gynecologic cytology.
abstract: Diagnostic schema may be developed on a national or global level, but may be varied depending on the local conditions. In this article, the differences between French and North American gynecologic cytology are discussed. This article emphasizes the training, diagnostic, technologic, and regulatory differences that exist in France. By studying such differences, local practices can learn potential benefits and why their currently used systems may be optimal.
authors.affiliation: Department of Pathology, Lariboisière Hospital, Paris, France.
authors.forename: B
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: Cochand-Priollet
authors.forename: M C
authors.initials: MC
authors.lastname: Vacher-Lavenu
mesh_terms: D005260:Female; D005602:France; D005831:Genital Diseases, Female / Q000473:pathology*; D006176:Gynecology / Q000191:economics / Q000458:organization & administration* / Q000592:standards; D006801:Humans; D010338:Pathology, Clinical / Q000191:economics / Q000458:organization & administration* / Q000592:standards; D014626:Vaginal Smears / Q000191:economics / Q000592:standards