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What is LEEP?

LEEP, or Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure, is a safe and effective treatment that helps prevent cervical cancer by removing abnormal cells from the cervix.

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How Does LEEP Work?

LEEP uses a small, electrically charged wire loop to remove abnormal cells from the cervix. This procedure may be recommended if abnormal cells are found during a Pap test, colposcopy, or biopsy.

During LEEP:

  • You’ll lie down on an exam table, similar to a cervical cancer screening test.
  • A doctor or nurse will gently place a speculum into your vagina to view your cervix.
  • A numbing medicine is applied to the cervix for comfort.
  • An electrical wire loop is used to carefully remove the abnormal cells.
  • Blood vessels in the area are then sealed to prevent bleeding, and the removed cells are sent to a lab for testing.

LEEP is a quick procedure, taking about 10 minutes.

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