Today, erosion on the cervix is one of the most common diseases of the female genital area. It is characterized by the appearance of an ulcer of pale pink color. In most cases, diathermocoagulation of the cervix is performed to treat this pathology.
Method Action
Such an intervention is practically the oldest and most reliable way to treat erosion. It is based on the use of a high-frequency electric current generated between two electrodes. The end of the first has the shape of a ball and is inserted into the vagina. A second electrode is placed under the patient’s lower back. After their inclusion, a large amount of heat is generated, which leads to the melting of the affected areas. The whole procedure is performed in less than 30 minutes, during which the supply of electric current (its power is 0.1-0.2 A) is made many times for 10-12 seconds. The effectiveness of the method is more than 75%. Full recovery of the female body occurs after 7-10 weeks.
Effects
Diathermocoagulation of the cervix can cause a lot of complications. For example, after exposure to electric current, scar tissue remains on the damaged tissue, due to which the uterine canal becomes narrower. This can cause it to burst during childbirth. Therefore, diathermocoagulation of cervical erosion is used mainly in women who have given birth.
Also, this procedure can lead to infertility and fertility, as there is a high risk of infection of the cervical canal. If the wound surface is very extensive, then a large number of vessels are damaged, which can cause heavy bleeding. Another “popular” consequence of this surgery is endometriosis.
After the procedure
Due to the large number of negative consequences and complications after diathermocoagulation, a woman needs to be observed by a gynecologist for some time. For example, in the first month she should visit him 2 times a week. Then approximately every 2 months throughout the year. She is also advised to postpone sexual intercourse and weight lifting. In most cases, local treatment of the wound with antibacterial ointments is prescribed, which contribute to faster healing and maintaining sterility.
Within a month, a woman may have a clear discharge or with an admixture of blood. Low back pain and general weakness of the whole body can also be observed.
Contraindications
Diathermocoagulation of the cervix has the following contraindications:
- Pregnancy.
- Childbirth in recent times.
- Inflammatory processes in the vagina or cervix.
- The presence of malignant tumors of the uterus.
Cervical diathermocoagulation: reviews
Women who have experienced on themselves what is cauterization of erosion, note that this method of getting rid of the disease is very painful. Many people compare these pains with labor pains and say that heat is felt in the place where the electrode touches. However, some of them needed a second procedure.