Explanation for the choice of comparators, comparison practice eligibility criteria and consent
Seven comparison primary care practices in Te Tai Tokerau with similar characteristics to the implementation practices have been selected (practice population size, rurality, ≥15% Māori). These practices will provide standard care (cervical cytology screening) during the same 12-month implementation period. Retrospective, de-identified cervical screening data will be requested for all women in the eligible population (approximately 2800 women) who have cervical cytology or have no cervical screening during the study period. This information is required to calculate the primary outcome: screening coverage. Informed consent will not be sought from individual women. Any changes to standard care during the study period will be documented.