1. Colposcopy triage. Satisfactory colposcopy is defined as complete visualization of the squamocolumnar epithelium, which comprises the cervical region most likely to develop invasive disease. ECC refers to endocervical curettage to obtain tissue from the endocervix above the area that may be inspected with the colposcope. Colposcopically directed biopsies are taken. Low-grade dysplasia usually resolves and the preferred treatment is observation with periodic retesting for high-risk HPV DNA on 12-month intervals. Any high-grade CIN in women 25 years and older must be treated. Persistent low-grade cervical intraepithelial neoplasia (CIN) may be treated or surveillance may be continued. New guidelines treat adolescent and young adult patients differently. See text for details.
Source: Gynecology, CURRENT Diagnosis & Treatment: Surgery, 14e
Citation: Doherty GM. CURRENT Diagnosis & Treatment: Surgery, 14e; 2015 Available at: Accessed: December 23, 2017
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