Intermediate
Technical
IVT
cervical conization
Surgical removal of a cone-shaped portion of cervical tissue for diagnosis or treatment.
Full Definition
Cervical conization is a surgical procedure involving the removal of a cone-shaped section of tissue from the cervix, including the transformation zone and endocervical canal. This procedure serves both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes in the management of cervical dysplasia and early-stage cervical cancer. Methods include cold knife conization, loop electrosurgical excision procedure (LEEP), and laser conization, each with specific indications and considerations for fertility preservation.
Usage
Usage note: Specify the method used (cold knife, LEEP, laser) for accuracy.
In Context
- "Cold knife conization was performed to evaluate the extent of high-grade dysplasia." — operative note
- "The conization specimen showed clear margins with no residual CIN." — pathology report
Also known as
cone biopsy
conization
Contrasted with
cervical biopsy
Don't confuse with
LEEP
cervical excision