| Cervical smear suggests | Management |
|---|---|
| Invasion or microinvasion | Large loop excision of transformation zone (LLETZ): may need admission for EUA and staging. |
| Severe dyskaryosis | LLETZ at first visit |
| Moderate dyskaryosis | LLETZ at first visit |
| Mild dyskaryosis x2 Postcoital bleeding |
Colposcopic assessment and biopsy.
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| Borderline changes or severe inflammation | Colposcopic assessment and biopsy.
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| Pregnancy | Colposcopic assessment still appropriate, but unless suspicion of invasive disease, biopsy can be deferred until 6-8 weeks post delivery. |
In general, LLETZ performed under local anaesthetic, although certain lesions or certain patients may require a general anaesthetic.
District Policy on Cervical Screening (Northumberland guidelines)
Cytological follow Up after hysterectomy (NHS Cancer Screening Programme)