Large loop excision of the transformation zone
Last revised by Yuranga Weerakkody on 30 Dec 2019
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Weerakkody Y, Large loop excision of the transformation zone. Reference article, Radiopaedia.org (Accessed on 05 May 2024) https://doi.org/10.53347/rID-15552
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26 Oct 2011,
Yuranga Weerakkody ◉
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Last revised:
30 Dec 2019,
Yuranga Weerakkody ◉
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Synonyms:
- Loop electrosurgical excision procedure (LEEP)
- Loop electrosurgical excision procedure
- Large loop excision of the transformation zone (LLETZ)
- LLETZ
Large loop excision of the transformation zone (LLETZ) is a gynecological procedure. It is currently one of the most commonly used approaches to treat high grade cervical dysplasia - cervical intraepithelial neoplasia.
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