A uterine cervix supporting device (Con-Cap™) for reducing canal stenosis after Loop Electrosurgical Excisional Procedure

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BACGROUND: Cervical stenoses are one of the main long-term consequences after conization of the uterine cervix. OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the safety and efficacy of a uterine cervix supporting device (Con-Cap (TM)) in reducing uterine cervical stenosis after Loop Electrosurgical Excisional Procedure (LEEP). METHODS: We enrolled 112 patients who underwent LEEP between March 2017 to May 2019. Con-Cap (TM) was inserted into the uterine endocervical canal for 4 weeks after LEER. Laboratory values and clinical symptoms were evaluated. The presence of uterine cervical narrowing was determined at 2 weeks after removal of the Con-Cap (TM). Data were analyzed using the two-sample t test and chi(2) test. RESULTS: A total of 78 women completed the 6-week study period. Thirty-four patients did not complete the study period. The diameter of the uterine cervical canal was significantly greater at postoperative 6 weeks than preoperatively (Hegar dilator No, 2.10 +/- 0.56 vs. 3.21 +/- 0.71, P < 0.01). The complications were acceptable. CONCLUSIONS: Con-Cap (TM) can be used to reduce uterine cervical stenosis safely and effectively after conization of uterine cervix.

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