D&C Procedure - What is it and Why is it performed?
A dilatation and curettage (D&C) is a minimally invasive surgical procedure performed to obtain a sample of the uterus lining (endometrium).
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Posted in abnormal bleeding, uterine cancer; Posted 3 years ago by Andreas Obermair
What are the differences between neoadjuvant or adjuvant chemotherapy?
Neoadjuvant chemotherapy refers to the use of chemotherapy to shrink the cancerous tumours prior to surgery. When chemotherapy is used after surgery, it is referred to as adjuvant chemotherapy.
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Posted in ovarian cancer, chemotherapy; Posted 3 years ago by Andreas Obermair
Abnormal Uterine Bleeding - What it means and how to manage it
A variety of issues can cause abnormal uterine bleeding. It can be a sign of endometrial cancer, but a variety of other benign and treatable problems can also cause abnormal bleeding.
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Posted in abnormal bleeding, symptoms, endometrial cancer; Posted 3 years ago by Andreas Obermair
What is debulking surgery for ovarian cancer?
Treatment for ovarian cancer usually involves both surgery and chemotherapy. The type of operation, and whether debulking (I prefer the term cytoreductive) surgery is necessary depends on whether the cancer...
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Posted in ovarian cancer, treatment; Posted 3 years ago by Andreas Obermair
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
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