Risk Factor Analysis of Persistent High-Grade Squamous Intraepithelial Lesion After Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure Conization
Conclusions
Being 50 years or older, positive margins, particularly endocervical margins, and having abnormal cytology and positive hrHPV testing during follow-up were risk factors for persistent HSIL lesions after LEEP conization. Colposcopy plays an indispensable role in the diagnosis of persistent HSIL and progression.
Source: Journal of Lower Genital Tract Disease - Category: OBGYN Tags: Original Research Articles: Cervix and HPV Source Type: research
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