0.22 Cervical Disease and Neoplasia

Detection and treatment of preinvasive lesions reduces the medical and social costs of, as well as the mortality associated with, carcinoma of the cervix.

The student will be able to describe:

• Risk factors of cervical disease and neoplasia.
• Indications for screening.
• Symptoms and physical findings of cervicitis and neoplasia.
• Evaluation and management of the patient with an abnormal pap smear.
• Impact of staging on management and prognosis.