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Cervical dysplasia refers to a medical condition of the cervix in which squamous cells on the surface of the cervix undergo a premalignant transformation. This abnormal growth (dysplasia) may lead to the development of cervical cancer if left untreated. Cervical dysplasia can be diagnosed by a biopsy of the cervix. An abnormal Pap smear may lead to a recommendation for colposcopy of the cervix during which the cervix is examined under magnification. ...
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| cervical dysplasia |
Abnormality in the size, shape, and organization of adult cells of the cervix. Often a precursor lesion for cervical cancer. Studies indicate an increase in prevalence of cervical dysplasia among women living with HIV. Additional studies have documented that a higher prevalence is associated with greater immune suppression. HIV infection may also adversely affect the clinical course and treatment of cervical dysplasia and cancer.
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| cervical dysplasia |
Abnormal cells from the cervix that may indicate a pre-cancerous condition.
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| cervical dysplasia |
abnormal changes (eg, in size, shape, growth pattern) of the cells of the uterine cervix, which may be detected by a Pap smear or colposcopy. Cervical dysplasia is associated with the human papillomavirus (HPV) and may progress to cervical cancer.
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| cervical dysplasia |
A disease of the membrane that covers the cervix. It is often considered to be pre-cancerous and should be treated.
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