What is Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure
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Alternate Names for Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure:
LEEP
LLEC large loop excision of the cervix
LLETZ large loop excision of the transformation
Loop cone biopsy of the cervix
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Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure Definition
Alternate Names for Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure:
LEEP
LLEC large loop excision of the cervix
LLETZ large loop excision of the transformation
Loop cone biopsy of the cervix
Definition
Loop electrosurgical excision procedure (LEEP) uses a thin wire loop to precisely cut out areas of the cervix. The cervix is a neck-like structure that connects the vagina and uterus. LEEP is done to remove abnormal cervical cells.
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