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Since Bartholin's cysts can persist for a long time, remaining unchanged for years, if they do not interfere with daily life, they can be monitored regularly without treatment. If the cyst gradually grows or recurs with frequent infections, forming abscesses, a Bartholin's cyst fistulostomy can be performed. This procedure preserves the function of the gland while ensuring proper drainage and preventing recurrence. The Bartholin's cyst excision, which removes the gland, renders the Bartholin's function, is now largely replaced by fistulostomy.