Cellular changesin vaginal smearsof inmatesofthe prison complexin the metropolitan are a of Goiânia

Abstract

Introduction: the Pap smear has proven an effective method of screening in preventing cervical cancer and premalignant lesions. Objective: identify the cellular changes present in the results of Pap smear performed on inmates. Methods: cross-sectional study and analytical study carried out with the inmates of the Metropolitan Prison Complex in Goiania, Goias. Results: 148 women participated in the interview and 104 underwent the Pap test. The population consisted of women who had at least 30 years of age (57.6%) were born in Goias (66.3%), single (45.2%), low education and low income. As to the adequacy of the sample, 94.2% were considered satisfactory. The smear test identified 10.2% of cell changes classified as ASC-US (4.1%), ASG-US (2.0%), LSIL (1.0%) and HSIL (3.1%). Conclusion: the results of this study show the need for adoption of health policies aimed at this group.