Gynecological Oncology

Common gynecologic surgical procedures include:

Colposcopy

A colposcopy is a procedure to check the cervix. Your gynecologist may suggest this type of surgery if your recent Pap smear results are abnormal. A closer look at the cervix may determine the cause of the abnormal results.

D&C

A Dilation and Curettage, also known as a “D&C”, is a common gynecological surgical procedure used to diagnose or treat abnormal uterine bleeding.

Hysterectomy

A hysterectomy is a surgical procedure that involves removing some, most or all of the reproductive organs including the cervix, fallopian tubes, ovaries and uterus.

Hysteroscopy

A hysteroscopy is a procedure that allows your physician to view the uterus in order to diagnose and treat causes of abnormal bleeding. The procedure is done using a hysteroscope, a thin, lighted tube that allows examination of the cervix and the uterus. It may be done in conjunction with other procedures, such as a dilation and curettage (D&C).

LEEP

“LEEP” (Loop electrosurgical excision procedure) is a test to remove abnormal cell growth on the surface tissue of the cervix. The procedure allows your physician to remove the abnormal tissue and test it for cancer.