by: maureen jaminal biol 316 endometrial cancer what is endometrial cancer?

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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