What is Colposcopy and Who Can Perform It?

Colposcopy allows for a close-up examination of the cervix, vagina, and vulva. A special lighted instrument called a colposcopy magnifies the image of the cervix, allowing for a better examination.

For a colposcopic examination, the patient lies supine on a gynecological examination table with her legs placed on either side of the footrests. A speculum is inserted into the vagina, and the cervix is visualized. The cervix is wiped with salt water to remove any vaginal discharge. The cervix is then irrigated with a special medication and examined colposcopy. Biopsies are taken from tissue suspected of showing abnormal changes. The biopsy sample is then examined by a pathologist. This examination can help detect cervical cancer very early.

Who can undergo colposcopy?

🔬Patients with abnormal Pap smear test results.
🔬In the evaluation of patients with positive HPV tests.
🔬In the evaluation of the lesion before treatment.

Colposcopy

Colposcopy is the examination of the visible parts of the female reproductive system—the vulva (external genital organs), vagina, and cervix—using special magnification techniques. The illuminated instrument, called a colposcope, magnifies the image of the cervix, allowing for better examination and visualization.

For a colposcopic examination, the patient lies supine on a gynecological examination table with her legs placed on either side of the footrests. A speculum is inserted into the vagina, allowing the cervix to be clearly visualized. The cervix is then wiped with salt water to remove any vaginal discharge. The cervix is then lubricated with special medications and examined colposcopy.

A biopsy (sampling) is taken from tissue that appears problematic or suggests cellular changes. The sample is then examined by a pathologist. This test can help detect cervical cancer at a very early stage.