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Bartholin's Cyst and Abscess

Management of Bartholin gland obstruction and infection.

Reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MSt MRCGP (General Practitioner)
Last reviewed: 21 October 2025
Women's HealthGynaecology
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Clinical Guidelines

NICE Interventional Procedure Guidance [IPG323]: Balloon catheter insertion for Bartholin's cyst or abscess
National
Bartholin Duct Cyst and Gland Abscess: Office Management (AAFP Clinical Guideline)
Local
NICE interventional procedures guidance [IPG323]: Word catheter for Bartholin's cyst and abscess
Local