Vulvar intraepithelial neoplasia as risk factors for vulvar cancercreated at May 05, 2009 141 Vulvar intraepithelial neoplasia (VIN) is a precancerous condition characterized by abnormal cell growth in the vulvar epithelium.VIN is considered the strongest and most significant risk factor for vulvar cancer.The presence of VIN, |
How do I read my Pap smear results so that I can understand them?created at May 04, 2009 294 Results Description Follow-up Within Normal Limits No abnormal cells detected. Return for pelvic exam and Pap test in one year. Atypia Cells of Uncertain Significance ASCUS Some cells show a few chan... |
What is the difference between precancerous conditions and cancer of the cervix?created at May 04, 2009 97 Cells on the surface of the cervix sometimes appear abnormal but not cancerous. Scientists believe that some abnormal changes in cells on the cervix are the first step in a series of slow changes that can lead to cancer years later. That is, |