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What is HPV? Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is a very common virus that is passed on by sexual or close skin to skin contact. It is likely that most of us who have ever been sexually active have had HPV at some time in our life although we may not have known – We estimate around […]

This leaflet explains about cervical ectropion. If you have any further questions, please speak to a clinician caring for you. What is a cervical ectropion? Cervical ectropion (also known as cervical erosion and ectopy) is a common condition caused when cells from inside the cervical canal, known as glandular cells (soft cells), are present on […]

What is a cervical polypectomy and why do  need one? A cervical polyp is a small piece of tissue, usually on a stalk, that grows on the cervix (neck of the womb). Sometimes the cervical polyp is broad-based, where it does not have a stalk but sits on the cervix. Often they cause no symptoms […]

What is an endometrial pipelle sample and why do I need one? This is a tissue sample taken from the lining of your womb (the endometrium). It is sent to the lab to be analysed to look for any abnormalities. This can be completed in an outpatient gynaecology clinic and also in colposcopy if required. […]

What procedure have I had completed? You have had a biopsy of your vulva, which means that a very small sample of tissue (the size of a nib of a pen) has been removed from your vulva to send to the laboratory to be reviewed. Risks No major risks. You will have had a small […]

What procedure have I had completed? You have had a biopsy of your vagina, which means that a very small sample of tissue (the size of a nib of a pen) has been removed from your vagina to send to the laboratory to be reviewed. A small amount of local anaesthetic is given to the […]

What procedure have I had completed? You have had a Loop/ or LLETZ treatment of your cervix, which means that a small thumb nail size sample of tissue has been removed from your cervix to send to the laboratory to be reviewed. Risks These have been discussed with you as part of the consent process […]

What procedure have I had completed? You have had a biopsy of your cervix, which means that a very small sample of tissue (the size of a nib of a pen) has been removed from your cervix to send to the laboratory to be reviewed. Risks No major risks. Benefits This procedure assists with confirmation […]

Welcome to the Colposcopy Clinic at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Gateshead. We look forward to welcoming you for your review. Please see the below information we have given you to assist or help with any concerns or question you may have throughout your care with us. If you have any further questions – Please […]