Is LLETZ the same as LEEP?

Is LLETZ the same as LEEP?

LEEP stands for loop electrosurgical excision procedure. It is also called large loop excision of the transformation zone, or LLETZ.

Is LLETZ classed as an operation?

Large loop excision of the transformation zone (LLETZ) is a type of surgery that removes a small part of the cervix. It can be used treat cervical cell changes (abnormal cells) or early stage cervical cancer, as well as to diagnose cervical cancer.

Does LLETZ get rid of HPV?

Large loop excision of the cervical transformation zone (LLETZ) is a well-established treatment for high-grade cervical intraepithelial neoplasia. It has even been postulated that LLETZ is responsible for the elimination of the infectious agent, human papillomavirus (HPV), causing the lesion.

Does LLETZ procedure hurt?

Is LLETZ painful? No, the treatment will not hurt. Although the LLETZ treatment sounds scary, patients typically only feel slight discomfort during the procedure. As local anaesthetic is used, patients will not be able to feel the removal of the cells from the cervix via the heated wire.

Is LLETZ treatment successful?

Risks of LLETZ. LLETZ is usually successful and over 90 in 100 (90%) people do not have cell changes again. Fewer than 10 in 100 (10%) people will have cell changes again. The benefit of LLETZ is that it prevents potential cervical cancer from developing which, in many cases, will outweigh the risks.

Will I have HPV for life?

Once I have HPV, do I have it forever? Most HPV infections in young men and women are transient, lasting no more than one or two years. Usually, the body clears the infection on its own. It is estimated that the infection will persist in only about 1% of women.

Can you have a LLETZ twice?

it is not possible to safely do another LLETZ.

Is LLETZ painful?

Can you have LLETZ twice?

Can you walk after LLETZ?

It is recommended that you use sanitary towels instead. Having sex for four weeks, as this increases the risk of infection. Heavy exercising, including swimming, for at least two weeks or while bleeding or discharge are still present. Light exercising, such as brisk walking, is fine.

What happens if LLETZ doesnt work?

After LLETZ or cone biopsy, there is a small chance that the cervix will narrow. If this happens, the passage between the womb and vagina can become partly or fully blocked. This is called cervical stenosis.