How reliable are genetic tests?
Increasingly, genetic tests can be ordered by the general public; they are called direct-to-consumer tests. Because they market to large number of consumers and because they don’t need to undergo...
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Posted 7 years ago by Andreas Obermair
Sentinel node biopsy: visiting my colleagues at the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York
This week I visited New York to spend a few days with my colleagues at the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSKCC).
Posted 7 years ago by Andreas Obermair
What uterine bleeding is abnormal?
Here's a breakdown of reasons for abnormal bleeding and what to do if something's off.
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Endometriosis a risk factor for ovarian cancer?
I often get asked to what degree endometriosis is causing ovarian cancer.
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Posted 7 years ago by Andreas Obermair
The Battle is back
Preparations have begun for The Battle 2018 Friday 16 March - a beach volleyball competition raising funds for the women diagnosed with gynaecological cancers.
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Posted 7 years ago by Andreas Obermair
Exercise can prevent cervical cancer
Physical inactivity has been associated with a higher risk of cervical cancer, as found in a U.S study.
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Posted 7 years ago by Andreas Obermair
Should I be worried about late-onset menopause?
At what age do you expect menopause to occur? How does it affect your health and cancer risk?
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Lymphoedema following gynaecological cancer treatment
Lymphoedema is common after gynaecological cancers. Lymphoedema is the accumulation of excessive amounts of fluid resulting in swelling, most commonly in the arms or legs, but can also occur in...
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Posted 7 years ago by Andreas Obermair
Hysterectomy and its impact on pelvic floor function
Last week at the European Society of Gynaecological Oncology Congress in Vienna I shared some exciting new research with some 3000 colleagues from all parts of the world on the...
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How well informed do women feel about hysterectomy options?
A new study helps us to understand how women form decisions about the surgical approach to hysterectomy.
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Posted in hysterectomy; Posted 7 years ago by Andreas Obermair
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