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Women's Health
Colposcopy
The management of abnormal or inadequate smear results can prove an anxious time.
3fivetwo can offer a Rapid Access out-patient Colposcopy service including biopsy and Lletz carried out by our Consultant Gynaecologists.
Colposcopy looks at the cervix directly under magnification in order to determine if there is any abnormality that could be a pre cancerous change.
The method is similar to a smear test and any abnormal areas are biopsied, removing a pinch of skin about half the size of a grain of rice. A Lletz procedure maybe required under local anaesthetic to remove the complete abnormal area. For most women the examination is painless but some may find it a little uncomfortable.
It is possible to perform a colposcopy examination when you are pregnant or have your period, however please call to notify the consultant prior to your attendance.The examination will take approximately 15 minutes but allow up to one hour for your visit. The results of the samples taken will be sent to the laboratory as part of the package price and will take 3-4 days to obtain a result. The results will usually be discussed at a review appointment with the Consultant. Note that this may not be included in the costs of the procedure.
For further information or to arrange an appointment, please contact us.
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