Fertility saving treatment for endometrial cancer
An intrauterine device (IUD) could help preserve fertility and reduce the need for hysterectomies for women suffering from endometrial cancer.
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Posted in endometrial cancer, treatment, clinical trials; Posted 3 years ago by Andreas Obermair
Who is at high risk for cervical cancer?
In Australia, cervical cancer is less frequent than in countries that don’t have a cervical screening program.
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Posted in cervical cancer, causes; Posted 3 years ago by Andreas Obermair
What are the symptoms of endometriosis?
Endometriosis is a condition in which the inner layer of the uterus, called the endometrium, grows outside of the uterus throughout the pelvis.
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Posted in endometriosis, symptoms; Posted 3 years ago by Andreas Obermair
Why is it so important to diagnose Lynch Syndrome?
People with Lynch syndrome carry an increased risk of developing some types of cancers, particularly at a younger age.
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Posted in lynch syndrome, endometrial cancer, diagnosis; Posted 3 years ago by Andreas Obermair
Can endometrial cancer be cured?
Due to early detection and treatment, the prognosis of endometrial cancer is excellent for most patients.
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Posted in endometrial cancer, treatment; Posted 3 years ago by Andreas Obermair
What causes uterine cancer?
While the exact causes of uterine cancer are unknown, there are known risk factors that may increase your risk.
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Posted in uterine cancer, causes; Posted 3 years ago by Andreas Obermair
Can uterine fibroids turn into cancer?
Uterine fibroids do not turn into cancer—they are entirely benign tumours arising from smooth muscle tissues within the uterus.
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Posted in fibroids; Comments 3 ; Posted 3 years ago by Andreas Obermair
Are ovarian cysts common?
There are different types of ovarian cysts, some more common than others. Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled spaces that can develop within or on the ovary.
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Posted in ovarian cysts; Posted 3 years ago by Andreas Obermair
What is a frozen section examination?
A frozen section examination is a specific type of biopsy procedure that allows a surgeon to establish a rapid diagnosis of a suspicious mass during surgery.
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Posted in biopsy, diagnosis, ovarian cancer; Posted 3 years ago by Andreas Obermair
What are the symptoms of vaginal and vulval cancer?
Vaginal cancer is a malignant disease that starts in the vagina (primary vaginal cancer), and vulval cancer starts on the external women’s genitals.
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Posted in symptoms, vaginal cancer, vulvar cancer; Posted 3 years ago by Andreas Obermair
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