Do atypical squamous cells of the cervix need biopsy

Cervical atypical squamous cells usually require biopsy. Cervical atypical squamous cells may be caused by cervical intraepithelial neoplasia, human papillomavirus infection, and other reasons. It is recommended that patients seek medical attention promptly.

Cervical atypical squamous cells are abnormal results of cervical cytology examination, indicating atypical changes in cervical epithelial cells. These cellular changes may be associated with pathological conditions such as human papillomavirus infection, chronic cervicitis, and cervical intraepithelial neoplasia. Biopsy is a necessary means of definitive diagnosis, and histopathological examination can accurately determine the nature and degree of lesions. Vaginal biopsy under colposcopy can directly obtain suspicious lesion tissue, providing reliable basis for the formulation of subsequent treatment plans. Before biopsy, basic examinations such as routine vaginal discharge and blood routine are required to rule out contraindications for biopsy such as acute reproductive tract inflammation. In rare cases, when patients have severe coagulation dysfunction, acute reproductive tract infections, or special circumstances such as pregnancy, biopsy may need to be postponed. In such cases, doctors will conduct a comprehensive evaluation based on the results of vaginal colposcopy examination, HPV testing, and other auxiliary examinations, and develop personalized follow-up or treatment plans. For postmenopausal women or patients with significant cervical atrophy, the difficulty of biopsy procedures may increase and require experienced doctors to perform the procedure. After diagnosis, corresponding measures should be taken based on pathological results. Mild lesions may only require regular follow-up, while moderate to severe lesions may require treatment such as cervical conization. In daily life, attention should be paid to keeping the external genitalia clean and avoiding unclean sexual behavior. Getting vaccinated against HPV can help prevent cervical lesions. It is recommended that women of appropriate age undergo regular cervical cancer screening and intervene promptly if problems are detected.