Extent regional variation and impact of gynecologist payment models in routine pelvic examinations: a nationwide cross-sectional study

摘要

BackgroundBased on moderate quality evidence, routine pelvic examination is strongly recommended against in asymptomatic women. The aims of this study was to quantify the extent of routine pelvic examinations within specialized health care in Norway, to assess if the use of these services differs across hospital referral regions and to assess if the use of colposcopy and ultrasound differs with gynecologists’ payment models.