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Colposcopy is a diagnostic investigation that is being used increasingly in the work-up of Human Papilloma Virus-HPV infection (the most widespread sexually transmitted viral infection in the world). Many gynecologists and health operators are approaching this method in order to complete the diagnostic procedure. This practical atlas presents colposcopy in detail. It offers an innovative but extremely explanatory approach, to the benefit of space given to numerous didactic diagrams made with computer graphics and about 450 colposcopic images whose quality has received enthusiastic acclaim from the most authoritative international experts of Colposcopy. The text ranges from the physiology of the cervix to the vulvar and perianal lesions, also offering a broad view of the cervical-vaginal infections that are the cause of more frequent gynecological consultation. To complete the work, the author includes extremely clear images of squamous metaplasias maturation phases, dysplastic lesions, carcinoma of the cervix and rare colposcopic cases. The work is a very useful tool for quick consultations or study and research insights, aimed to gynecologists, postgraduates, pathologists, biologists, health operators, beginners and colposcopy experts. It is suitable for both beginners and field experts.
