gynecology and obstetrics
Cervical Polyps
Introduction
Cervical polyps are common benign growths of the cervix and endocervix. Most cervical polyps are asymptomatic, but some cause vaginal bleeding. Diagnosis is with pelvic examination. Treatment is polypectomy, usually as a minor outpatient procedure. Cervical polyps occur in about 2 to 5% of women. They usually originate in the endocervical canal. Endocervical polyps may be caused by chronic inflammation. They rarely become malignant. 