Cervical cancer is the 5th commonest cancer in women globally, but rates are falling where women have access to HPV vaccination and the World Health Organization hopes to eliminate it globally within the next century. This comprehensive resource starts with the basics of the anatomy of the cervix and types of cervical cancer, before discussing symptoms, what to look for on examination and when to refer. It also covers the cervical screening programme, when to offer an HPV vaccination in primary care and an outline of colposcopy and further management of both pre-cancerous changes and cervical cancer.

This resource has been produced on behalf of the PCWHS. It is for guidance only; healthcare professionals should use their own judgment when applying it to patient care.