WHO framework for strengthening and scaling-up services for the management of invasive cervical cancer
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OverviewThis document brings a new focus to the management of invasive disease in the comprehensive control and eventual elimination of cervical cancer. Aligned with the WHO Global Strategy to Accelerate the Elimination of Cervical Cancer as a Public Health Problem, it underpins its third pillar and assists countries to reach the target of treating 90% of women diagnosed with invasive cancer. It provides guidance for countries in establishing and strengthening diagnosis, staging, treatment, palliative care and survivorship care to achieve high quality, effective service provision. The importance of enhanced healthcare system supports in implementing cervical cancer management services is also described. Case studies illustrate successes that countries have achieved through thorough cervical cancer control planning and stepwise implementation. Related links |