Transcript Endometrial Cancer

Endometrial Cancer
By: Maureen Jaminal
BIOL 316
What is Endometrial Cancer?
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What is Endometrial Cancer?
Cause
The exact cause is unknown.
Estrogen
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
Treatments
Radiation Therapy
Chemotherapy
Hormonal Therapy
Alternatives
Prognosis
Since it is possible to detect endometrial cancer
early, the chances of curing it are excellent!
Survival Rates
5%
40%
90%
60%
Stage I
Stage II
Stage III
Stage 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.
The End