title: Abnormal cervical cytology: new names, familiar smears.
abstract: OBJECTIVE
  To discuss the newest 2001 changes in The Bethesda System of cervical cytology classification and management guidelines for abnormal Pap smears.
  
  
  METHODS
  Extensive review of scientific literature and consensus guidelines.
  
  
  CONCLUSIONS
  Decision making about abnormal cervical cytology can be frustrating and controversial. It is imperative that nurse practitioners understand and practice the appropriate management protocol for cytological abnormalities.
  
  
  CONCLUSIONS
  Alarmingly, many providers are unsure of management guidelines for abnormal cervical cytology. The information in this article offers providers a clear protocol for cervical cytology classification to facilitate the confident management of abnormal Pap smears.
authors: Intensive Care Unit, University Community Hospital, Tampa, Florida, USA.
authors: Denise Trower
authors: DT
authors: Carulli
mesh_terms: D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D065006:Papanicolaou Test; D009626:Terminology as Topic; D002583:Uterine Cervical Neoplasms / Q000145:classification / Q000175:diagnosis*; D014626:Vaginal Smears / Q000145:classification*