Polyps of the cervix and the body of the uterus

Polyps of the cervix and the body of the uterus are pathological proliferation of the glandular epithelium of the endometrium or endocervix against the backdrop of a chronic inflammatory process. The genesis of polyps, especially the uterine ones, is played by hormonal disorders. Recognition is sometimes possible when examining the cervix using mirrors. There is a soft, pinkish appearance, hanging from the cervical canal into the vagina. Clarify the diagnosis with colposcopy. A common symptom of the polyps of the body and cervix is ​​the uterine bleeding by the type of menorrhagia. An accurate diagnosis is made with a direct examination of the uterine cavity (hysteroscopy), as well as with radiographic examination of the uterus (metrography). The polyps of the uterus can be diagnosed by ultrasound. Scraping of the uterus followed by histological examination of the removed material is the most commonly used method of diagnosis (and treatment). Adenomatous polyps should be considered as a precancerous condition.

Treatment. Cervical polyps are removed by unscrewing (polypectomy). With relapsing polyps, scraping of the mucous membrane of the cervical canal is recommended, which is best done 4-5 days after polypotomy, because due to infection with polyps, direct scraping can lead to the spread of infection to the uterus (endometritis). The polyps of the uterus are removed by scraping. Depending on the findings of violations of the function of the ovaries necessarily conduct appropriate hormonal treatment. The prognosis for life is favorable. The woman is disabled only during the period of bleeding, diagnostic and therapeutic manipulation.

Prevention. Treatment of inflammatory changes and correction of hormonal disorders should be timely and adequate.