gynecology and obstetrics
Cervical Polyps
Treatment of Cervical Polyps
Excision Polyps that cause bleeding or discharge should be removed. Excision is usually a minor procedure and can be done in the office by grasping the base with forceps and twisting off the polyp (polypectomy). Typically polypectomy is not painful and does not require local anesthetics. Bleeding after excision is rare and can be controlled with chemical cautery. If bleeding or discharge persists after treatment, endometrial biopsy is done to exclude cancer. 