Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment

Colposcopes

Instruments inserted into the vagina for examination of the tissues of the vagina and cervix by means of a magnifying lens.

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Abstract

Instruments inserted into the vagina for examination of the tissues of the vagina and cervix by means of a magnifying lens.

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Synonyms

1 entry terms
  • Colposcope

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Aspects Covered

13 allowable subheadings

Indexed with the subheadings adverse effects, classification, economics, ethics, history, microbiology, parasitology, standards, statistics & numerical data, supply & distribution, trends, veterinary, virology.

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History Note

2000

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Previous Indexing

  • Colposcopy (1978-1999)
  • Endoscopes (1998-1999)

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  1. E07w.230.220w.170w
  2. E07w.858.240w.170w

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NLM Classification

WP 26

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Colposcopes. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D020681. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D020681
  2. Colposcopes. In: Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Culpascope
  3. Colposcopes. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q4228936