The topic Cervical Urothelial Metaplasia you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Transitional Metaplasia of Uterine Cervix.

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• Transitional Metaplasia of Uterine Cervix is an uncommon benign condition, wherein there is formation of transitional epithelium (similar to transitional cell epithelium of urinary bladder) in the transformation zone of the cervix
• The transformation zone of the cervix is an area of the cervix where the squamous epithelium meets the glandular epithelium
• In many cases, Transitional Cell Metaplasia of Uterine Cervix is an incidental finding, when the individual is being examined for other medical conditions
• There are no causative factors associated with Transitional Metaplasia of Uterine Cervix. But, the condition is believed to be associated with menopause
• There are no significant signs and symptoms or complications associated with Transitional Metaplasia of Cervix
• A benign Cervical Transitional Cell Metaplasia on a Pap smear may be misdiagnosed as high-grade squamous dysplasia. This can easily occur because some of the cellular features of Transitional Metaplasia of Cervix on a Pap smear may overlap with the features of squamous cells of high-grade squamous dysplasia
• The prognosis of Transitional Metaplasia of Uterine Cervix with suitable treatment is typically excellent

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