Definition: A procedure that
involves the removal of a triangle of cervical tissue which contains
abnormal cervical cells. May be performed in a clinician's office
during colposcopy or as an outpatient hospital procedure. Slight
bleeding and watery discharge frequently occur following the cone biopsy.
Cone Biopsy
By Tracee Cornforth, About.com
Updated: October 14, 2008
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