Diagnosis of Cervical Lesions in Women With Unhealthy Looking Cervix
Diagnosis of Cervical Lesions in Women With Unhealthy Looking Cervix
Endocervix (cervical canal) is the cavity of the cervix and connects the external os with the
 internal os. It is fusiform in shape and has posterior and anterior oblique longitudinal
 ridges, the plicae palmatae. These are not exactly apposed but inter-lock like a zipper so
 that the canal is kept closed.

 The original squamous epithelium is clearly identified as a smooth, usually featureless
 covering of the cervix; its uniform pink color contrasts with the redness of the original
 columnar epithelium. It joins the latter at the original squamocolumnar junction.

 Many clinicians encounter cervical lesions that may or may not be associated with cytologic
 abnormalities. Such abnormalities as ectropion, Nabothian cysts, and small cervical polyps
 are quite benign and need not generate concern for patient or clinician, whereas others,
 including those associated with a history of exposure to diethylstilbestrol, cervical
 inflammation, abnormal cervical cytology, and postcoital bleeding, should prompt additional
 evaluation. Further, in some patients, the cervix may be difficult to visualize. Several
 useful clinical suggestions for the optimal examination of the cervix are presented.
Inclusion Criteria:

 1. Suspicious cervix

 2. Age between 20 to 60 years

 Exclusion Criteria:

 1. Previously diagnosed cervical lesions.

 2. Pregnant women.