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Introduction: In Romania, every year, there are 4,343 new cases of cervical cancer and 1,909 deaths caused by this disease. The screening program for early detection of cervical cancer has been running since 2012, but unfortunately not with the same impact on the population. When it reveals characteristic changes in cervical cells, HPV testing is further indicated. Material and method: This retrospective study, in the period 2013-2022 includes the screening Babes Papanicolau smear in all women aged 25-64 years. Through the descriptive statistics of the collected data, we analyzed the dynamics of the phenomenon of occurrence and spread of cervical cancer depending on the environment of origin. We observed a higher incidence in urban areas than in rural areas, registering several new cases: 496 (57% urban), 375 (43% rural), in total 871 (100%) of cases, respectively cases remaining: 5,843 (55% urban), 4,858 (45% rural), in total 10,701 from an eligible population of ~ 400,000, of which only 30% tested Babes Papanicolau test. Results: Thus, in 2019, less than 30% of Romanian women said they had done a Babes Papanicolau test in the last three years, the proportion being half the European average. The participation rate – calculated based on statements – was 45% among women with high incomes, compared to 13%, women with low incomes and 51% for women with a high level of education, versus 11% for women of low level of training. The study of the distribution of cervical cancer in the Northwest Region shows that over 30% of cases are diagnosed in advanced stages (III and IV). Conclusions: Unfortunately, Romania, due to the incidence of cervical cancer cases occupies the first place in Europe, both in incidence and mortality; the mortality rate is four times higher than the European Union average.

Introduction: In Romania, every year, there are 4,343 new cases of cervical cancer and 1,909 deaths caused by this disease. The screening program for early detection of cervical cancer has been running since 2012, but unfortunately not with the same impact on the population. When it reveals characteristic changes in cervical cells, HPV testing is further indicated. Material and method: This retrospective study, in the period 2013-2022 includes the screening Babes Papanicolau smear in all women aged 25-64 years. Through the descriptive statistics of the collected data, we analyzed the dynamics of the phenomenon of occurrence and spread of cervical cancer depending on the environment of origin. We observed a higher incidence in urban areas than in rural areas, registering several new cases: 496 (57% urban), 375 (43% rural), in total 871 (100%) of cases, respectively cases remaining: 5,843 (55% urban), 4,858 (45% rural), in total 10,701 from an eligible population of ~ 400,000, of which only 30% tested Babes Papanicolau test. Results: Thus, in 2019, less than 30% of Romanian women said they had done a Babes Papanicolau test in the last three years, the proportion being half the European average. The participation rate - calculated based on statements - was 45% among women with high incomes, compared to 13%, women with low incomes and 51% for women with a high level of education, versus 11% for women of low level of training. The study of the distribution of cervical cancer in the Northwest Region shows that over 30% of cases are diagnosed in advanced stages (III and IV). Conclusions: Unfortunately, Romania, due to the incidence of cervical cancer cases occupies the first place in Europe, both in incidence and mortality; the mortality rate is four times higher than the European Union average. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Aim: The physico-chemical properties of an experimental composite resin used for indirect dental restorations were investigated. The goal was to evaluate the variation of water sorption and solubility of the composite specimens during a 7 day period of immersion and to assess the effect of an additional post-curing treatment on these properties. Material and Methods: The specimens were prepared and investigated according to the ISO standard 4049:2000. Two group of specimens were studied i.e. light-cured and post-cured (group A) samples and light-cured (group B) samples. Results: Significant statistical differences were observed regarding water sorption in both groups (p

Aim: The physico-chemical properties of an experimental composite resin used for indirect dental restorations were investigated. The goal was to evaluate the variation of water sorption and solubility of the composite specimens during a 7 day period of immersion and to assess the effect of an additional post-curing treatment on these properties. Material and Methods: The specimens were prepared and investigated according to the ISO standard 4049:2000. Two group of specimens were studied i.e. light-cured and post-cured (group A) samples and light-cured (group B) samples. Results: Significant statistical differences were observed regarding water sorption in both groups (p<0.05), the mean values being higher in the first days of immersion. Regarding the water solubility, negative values were obtained, that varied throughout the entire period of immersion; the solubility is masked by the higher values of water sorption. Conclusion: All the specimens present relative high water sorption values especially during the first three days of immersion. The additional post-curing treatment decreases the water sorption and solubility values. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]