TY - JOUR T1 - Colposcopy: An Evidence-Based Update JF - The Journal of the American Board of Family Practice JO - J Am Board Fam Med SP - 383 LP - 392 DO - 10.3122/jabfm.18.5.383 VL - 18 IS - 5 AU - Lee T. Dresang Y1 - 2005/09/01 UR - http://www.jabfm.org/content/18/5/383.abstract N2 - Colposcopy is a diagnostic procedure, most commonly used in the diagnosis of cervical intraepithelial neoplasia and lower genital tract carcinoma. In this article, evidence-based management strategies are updated with discussion of the 2001 American Society for Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology Consensus Guidelines. Practice management issues include methods to improve cervical cancer screening rates, coding and billing, and telemedicine. Textbooks, CD-ROMs, and courses are listed for new learners and experienced providers who want to update and sharpen their skills. ER -