Combination laser conization: Early and late complications

Early and late complications of combination laser conization were evaluated in 536 patients. Results of a questionnaire sent to 350 patients specifically evaluated menstrual bleeding and menstrual pain, fertility problems, and various aspects of sex life. Combination laser conization was a safe procedure, with no significant impact on fertility, sex life, or menstrual bleeding. Postconization bleeding was a significant event, but it seems possible to reduce this risk with increased surgical experience and optimum functioning of the laser equipment. Combination laser conization is a technique suitable to 1-day surgery or outpatient treatment.