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Polyps of the cervical canal

Alexey Portnov, medical expert
Last reviewed: 23.04.2024

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Polyps of the cervical canal are benign growths of the cervix and mucous membrane of the cervical canal. Cervical polyps grow in the cervical canal. They occur in about 2-5% of women. Endocervical polyps are probably the cause of a chronic inflammatory process.

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Symptoms of cervical canal polyps

Most polyps have an asymptomatic course. Endocervical polyps can bleed in the period between menstruation or after intercourse, can become infected, causing purulent discharge from the vagina (leucorrhea).

Endocervical polyps are loose in structure, resemble a reddish carnation, measuring less than 1 cm in all dimensions. They are rarely malignant.

Diagnosis of cervical canal polyps

The diagnosis is made in the study using mirrors. However, if the symptoms persist after treatment, it is necessary to take swabs for atypical cells from the cervical canal and perform an endometrial biopsy to exclude the corresponding cancer.

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Treatment of polyps of the cervical canal

Polyps of the cervical canal are excised outpatiently without anesthesia. Bleeding after removal is rare, and it can be stopped by chemical cauterization.