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By: Maureen Jaminal
BIOL 316
Endometrial Cancer
What is Endometrial Cancer?
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What is Endometrial Cancer?
Cause
Estrogen
The exact cause is unknown.
Risk Factors Sex, Age, Class, Race, Family History
Irregular menstrual periods
Early first menstruation or late menopause
Low parity or nulliparity
Infertility
Obesity
Diabetes
Hypertension
Estrogen replacement therapy and/or Tamoxifen
Symptoms Unusual Vaginal Spotting
Bleeding
Discharge
Pain in the pelvic region
Presence of a lump
Diagnosis
Treatments The stage of cancer is determined.
International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) adopted a staging and grading (G1-G3) system.
FIGO stages are:
Stage I. Cancer is limited to the uterus. 70%
Stage II. Cancer involves the uterus and cervix. 10-15%
Stage III. Cancer has spread out of the uterus but restricted to pelvic region.
Stage IV. Cancer has spread to the bladder, bowel, or other distant locations.
Treatments
Radiation Therapy
Chemotherapy
Hormonal Therapy
Alternatives
Treatments
Prognosis Since it is possible to detect endometrial cancer
early, the chances of curing it are excellent!
Survival Rates
90%
60%
40%5%
Stage IStage IIStage IIIStage IV
Prevention Women report any abnormal vaginal bleeding or
discharge to the doctor.
Controlling obesity, blood pressure, and diabetes help reduce risk.
Using birth control helps prevent endometrium cancer.
Taking medication that produces estrogen ask about receiving progesterone.
If you are at risk, get screened regularly.
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