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Biopsy Of Cervix
A cervical biopsy is a test in which tissue samples are taken from the
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Alternative Names
Cervical punch biopsy; Biopsy - cervical punch; Biopsy of the cervix
How the test is performed
You will lie on your back with your feet in stirrups. As in a regular pelvic examination, an instrument (speculum) will hold the vaginal canal open for the doctor to look inside. It will be...
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Colposcopy: directed biopsy
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
A colposcopy is a special way of looking at the cervix. It uses a light and a low-powered microscope to make the cervix appear much larger. This... Read more »
Cervix treatment: cryosurgery
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Cervix cryosurgery is a surgical treatment to freeze and destroy abnormal tissue in the cervix.Alternative NamesCervix surgery; Cryosurgery -... Read more »
Cold knife cone biopsy
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
A cold knife cone biopsy (conization) is a procedure to get a sample of abnormal tissue from the cervix for further examination.See also:... Read more »
Cervix
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Information The cervix is the lower end of the uterus. It is located at the top of the vagina and is about one inch long. The cervical canal... Read more »
Biopsy: polyps
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
A polyp biopsy is a test that takes a sample of, or removes polyps (abnormal growths) for examination.Alternative NamesPolyp biopsyHow the test is... Read more »
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