About Cervical Excision
Key Highlights
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Effective in diagnosing and treating pre-cancerous cervical conditions.Helps prevent the progression to invasive cervical cancer.Can be both diagnostic (confirming pathology) and therapeutic (removing abnormal tissue).Generally a safe outpatient procedure with a high success rate.Minimally invasive approach often preserves future fertility.
Who is this surgery for?
- Abnormal Pap smear results indicating high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesion (HSIL) or carcinoma in situ.
- Confirmed diagnosis of Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasia (CIN) Grade 2 or 3.
- Suspected early-stage cervical cancer (microinvasive carcinoma) for diagnostic confirmation.
- Persistent or recurrent benign cervical lesions, such as large polyps or nabothian cysts.
- Unsatisfactory colposcopy where the entire transformation zone cannot be visualized.
How to prepare
- Complete a pre-operative medical evaluation, including blood tests and possibly an ECG.
- Discuss all current medications with your surgeon; you may need to stop blood thinners.
- Schedule the procedure for when you are not menstruating.
- Arrange for someone to drive you home after the surgery, as anesthesia will be used.
- Follow fasting instructions (typically no food or drink for 6-8 hours before the procedure).
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding during or after the procedure, which may rarely require intervention.
- Infection at the surgical site.
- Cervical stenosis (narrowing of the cervical canal), which can affect future menstrual flow or fertility evaluations.
- Potential impact on future pregnancy, such as an increased risk of preterm labor or cervical incompetence.
- Incomplete removal of abnormal tissue, necessitating further procedures.
- Reaction to anesthesia.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Expect vaginal bleeding or discharge (like a heavy period) for 1-2 weeks.
- Avoid tampons, douching, and sexual intercourse for 4-6 weeks to allow healing.
- Refrain from heavy lifting, strenuous exercise, and swimming for at least 2-3 weeks.
- Take prescribed pain medication as needed for cramping or discomfort.
- Attend all follow-up appointments to monitor healing and review pathology results.
- Contact your doctor immediately if you experience heavy bleeding, fever, or severe abdominal pain.
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Typical hospital stay: 0-1 days (typically outpatient)
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Expected recovery time: 2-4 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering cervical excision in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for cervical excision in India include Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa, Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, Manipal Hospital Dhakuria, Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform cervical excision. MediFyr helps you compare general surgeons and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for cervical excision compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Cervical Excision in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated general surgery teams and experience managing patients undergoing cervical excision.
Aadya Khan, a 32-year-old primary school...
Aadya Khan, a 32-year-old primary school teacher and mother of two, had been experiencing persistent, watery vaginal discharge and occasional spotting between periods for over a year. A routine Pap smear revealed abnormal cells (CIN 2), confirmed by a colposcopy and biopsy. Her general surgeon, Dr. Mehta, explained that a Cervical Excision (a LLETZ procedure) was necessary to remove the precancerous tissue and prevent it from developing into cervical cancer. Aadya was terrified, associating any procedure near her cervix with fertility risks and fearing for her future ability to have more children. The procedure itself, done under local anesthetic, was quick but emotionally charged; she felt pressure and mild cramping. Recovery involved light bleeding and cramping for a week. Her follow-up test six months later showed clear margins and normal cells. The immense relief washed over her, replacing months of anxiety. She felt empowered, having taken proactive control of her health, and her fear transformed into gratitude and a commitment to regular screenings.
General surgeons for Cervical Excision
Explore experienced general surgeons who regularly perform cervical excision and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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