Speculoscopy
Speculoscopy
Speculoscopy (pronounced spek-yuh-los-kuh-pee) is a medical procedure used to examine the vagina and cervix using a device known as a speculum.
Etymology
The term 'Speculoscopy' is derived from the Latin word 'speculum', meaning 'mirror', and the Greek word 'skopein', meaning 'to look or examine'.
Procedure
During a Speculoscopy, a healthcare provider inserts a speculum into the patient's vagina. The speculum is then gently opened to allow the healthcare provider to visually examine the vagina and cervix. This procedure is often performed as part of a routine gynecological examination and can help detect abnormalities such as cervical dysplasia or cervical cancer.
Related Terms
- Speculum: A medical tool used to open body cavities for examination.
- Gynecological examination: A routine medical procedure where a healthcare provider checks the female reproductive system.
- Cervical dysplasia: A precancerous condition characterized by abnormal cell growth on the cervix.
- Cervical cancer: A type of cancer that occurs in the cells of the cervix.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Speculoscopy
- Wikipedia's article - Speculoscopy
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