Abstract
ABSTRACT
The degree of abnormality of the transformation zone was graded based on well-established parameters: surface contour, clarity of demarcation of abnormal features, abnormal vessels, punctation, and white epithelium. Six hundred patients were studied. For grading purposes, only patients who subsequently had either a conization or hysterectomy were considered. The grading system seems a practical means to forecast the probable histologic abnormality as well as an excellent modality in the teaching of colposcopy.
Get full access to this article
View all access options for this article.