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Management of hematocervix after loop electrosurgical excision procedure.

Authors :
Perino AC
Python J
Thompson LC
Source :
Obstetrics and gynecology [Obstet Gynecol] 2011 Aug; Vol. 118 (2 Pt 2), pp. 484-486.
Publication Year :
2011

Abstract

Background: Management is not established for the uncommon complication of cervical stenosis secondary to a loop electrosurgical excision procedure resulting in a hematocervix.<br />Case: A premenopausal woman underwent an electrosurgical procedure performed without complications and subsequently developed amenorrhea. The patient was determined to have developed a hematocervix secondary to the electrosurgical procedure. Increasingly aggressive methods were attempted to drain the hematocervix, finally with successful drainage being accomplished with the use of a manual vacuum aspirator. A catheter was then used to maintain patency of the cervical canal as it re-epithelialized.<br />Conclusion: Manual vacuum aspiration and placement of a catheter to allow for re-epithelialization is a successful strategy to deal with hematocervix caused by electrosurgical procedures.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1873-233X
Volume :
118
Issue :
2 Pt 2
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Obstetrics and gynecology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
21768861
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1097/AOG.0b013e3182234f5e