What conization? What is conization?

A conization is most often performed when abnormal cervical, Called dysplasia, exist. These atypical cells detected during the pelvic examination by smear.

Without treatment, these lesions may develop. Depending on their nature, precancerous, cancerous or otherwise, they can cause repeated infections, irregular bleeding between MenstruationOr, a true Cancer of the cervix.

The conization can then determine the exact nature of atypical cells cervical and extent. It is also used as a surgical procedure that is to say, it allows the complete removal of precancerous tissue and prevents the development towards a Cervical cancer.

 

Conization: an act of surgery

The conization is a procedure that is performed under regional anesthesia such as epidural, or sometimes under general anesthesia. It is by natural means and uses the conventional scalpel, laser or cryotherapy.

The conization causes no postoperative painHowever it is recommended not to resume daily activities as two days or so later. Vaginal bleeding will occur during a week. But if they become too abundant, it must consult quickly.

It is advisable to wait for the postoperative visit (two weeks or even months) before resuming sexual activity. The use of condoms is recommended during the first month to avoid any risk of infection.

This procedure is common and carries little risk.
In the short term, the main risk is bleeding and needs to quickly check. Therefore, the surgeon often leaves in place a wick in the vagina.

Conization and desire Pregnancy

In the longer term difficulties are likely to become pregnant. Indeed, the conization can change the cervical mucus and make it less conducive to the penetration sperm.
If become pregnantIt should then undertake a process to improve the quality of mucus (estrogen).
If this action preserves the possibility of Pregnancy Later, however, it increases the risk of preterm delivery. The Pregnancy should be further monitored.