Obstetrics and Gynecology - A.M. Hromova 2000

Background and precancerous conditions of the female reproductive organs
Background processes of the female reproductive organs
Leukoplakia

Leukoplakia is the keratinization of the stratified squamous epithelium of the cervix (hyperkeratosis). The condition typically occurs around the age of 40, and patients usually remain asymptomatic. Upon speculum examination, leukoplakia appears as a thin, whitish film with a marble-like sheen that can be wiped off the cervical surface without leaving visible alterations. Such forms of leukoplakia are benign in nature. Cytological smear analysis reveals an Abundance of anucleated squamous epithelial Cells.

Morphological examination distinguishes two main forms of leukoplakia: simple leukoplakia and leukoplakia accompanied by cellular atypia. The latter is classified as a precancerous condition.



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