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Abnormal Pap Smear
results and treatments
Question | Answer |
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where does abnormal growth or dysplasia develop? | in the 'transformation zone' of the cervix |
what is happening in moderate dysplasia (CIN II)? | the abnormal cells involve about one-half of the thickness of thte surface lining of the cervix |
what is happening in moderate dysplasia (CIN III)? | the entire thickness of cells is disordered, but the abnormal cells have not yet spread below the surface |
is invasive cancer treated the same as dysplasia? | no |
is cervical dysplasia cancer or pre-cancerous lesions? | pre-cancerous |
what prevents dysplasia from progressing to cancer? | frequent and regular follow up exams |
what does ASCUS stand for? | atypical cells of undetermined significance |
what does '-plasia' mean? | growth |
what is the definition of cervical dysplasia? | disordered growth of cervical cells |
what is happening in mild dysplasia (CIN I)? | only a few cells are abnormal |
what is the definition of carcinoma-in-situ? | cancer in place |
what is the most important concept about dysplasia? | it is limited to the 'skin' of the cervix and has not invaded the underlying tissues |
which treatment looks at the cervix under magnification? | colposcopy |
which treatment involves 'freezing' of the cervix? | cryotherapy |
which treatment uses a light beam to vaporize the abnormal cells? | laser treatment |
which treatment uses a wire with electrical energy flowing through it to remove the abnormal area of the cervix? | LEEP - or loop excision |
which treatment removes a cylinder-shaped piece of the cervix? | cone biopsy |
which procedure has the lowest recurrence rate of dysplasia? | hysterectomy |
should you have a pap while on your period? | no |
when's the best time to schedule your pap smear? | 10-20 days after the first day of your last period |