Does histological incomplete excision of cervical intraepithelial neoplasia following large loop excision of transformation zone increase recurrence rates? A six year cytological follow up

Abstract

This study demonstrates that large loop excision of transformation zone is successful in over 95% of cases. Cytological surveillance is satisfactory for follow up of women who have complete excision of CIN. Women with incomplete excision of CIN at initial LLETZ remain at significant risk of developing further CIN and long term colposcopic and cytological follow up is necessary.