What kind of follow-up is required after a woman is fitted for a cervical cap?
Cervical cap users do not require any special follow-up other than a refitting after a full-term pregnancy, pelvic surgery or abortion, or if there is a major change in weight. Routine gynecologic exams should be part of the woman’s yearly physical exam. Pap smears may show cervical inflammation secondary to the cervical cap use and therefore should be performed yearly. Cervical cap users also need to understand proper maintenance of their cervical cap including checking the integrity of the cervical cap periodically.
