Cervical intraepithelial neoplasia


The development of abnormal cells in the narrow neck of a woman's uterus (the cervix).

Overview

Cervical intraepithelial neoplasia is the presence of abnormal cells in the narrow neck of a woman's uterus (the cervix). The condition is also called cervical dysplasia. It may go away on its own without treatment. Rarely, it can become cancerous.

Treatments

It's found by a Pap test. When needed, treatment may include follow-up tests and surgery.


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