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 Endometrial cancer - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Endometrial carcinoma is surgically staged using the FIGO cancer staging system.
The incidence of endometrial cancer in women in the U.S. is 1 % to 2 %.
Endometrial curettage is the diagnostic test of choice.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Endometrial_cancer   (1128 words)

  
 Endometrial cancer
Adjuvant treatments for endometrial cancer are radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and hormone therapy.
Shark cartilage, although highly touted as an effective cancer treatment, is an improbable therapy that has not been the subject of clinical study.
Although alternative and complementary therapies are used by many cancer patients, very few controlled studies on the effectiveness of such therapies exist.
http://www.lifesteps.com/gm/Atoz/ency/endometrial_cancer.jsp   (2630 words)

  
 Endometrial cancer
If your doctor suspects endometrial cancer, you may be referred to a gynecologist — a doctor who specializes in conditions affecting the female reproductive system.
If cancer of the endometrium is found, you'll likely be referred to a gynecologic oncologist — a doctor who specializes in treating cancers involving the female reproductive system.
Endometrial cancer can cause pelvic pain and painful urination.
http://www.cnn.com/HEALTH/library/DS/00306.html   (3274 words)

  
 Endometrial Cancer
Nearly all endometrial cancers are adenocarcinomas (75 percent).
The choice of treatment depends on the stage of cancer - whether it is just in the endometrium, or has spread to other parts of the uterus or other parts of the body.
But, knowing your risk factors to any disease can help to guide you into the appropriate actions, including changing behaviors and being clinically monitored for the disease.
http://www.healthsystem.virginia.edu/uvahealth/adult_gyneonc/endometr.cfm   (703 words)

  
 Endometrial Cancer
This is very important because the treatment and the outlook for your recovery depend on the stage of the cancer.
If cancer is suspected, women should see a doctor with special training in diseases of the female reproductive system, a gynecological oncologist.
If a doctor finds that cancer is present, the next step is surgery to remove the uterus.
http://www.columbiahealthnet.org/Cancer_Directory/endometrial.htm   (848 words)

  
 eMedicine - Endometrial Carcinoma : Article by William T Creasman, MD
Although smoking apparently reduces the risk of developing early stages of endometrial cancer, this advantage is strongly outweighed by the increased risk of lung cancer and other major health problems associated with smoking.
In developed countries, adenocarcinoma of the endometrium is the most common gynecological cancer; however, in developing countries, it is much less common than carcinoma of the cervix.
Retrospective data by Kilgore and colleagues suggest that lymphadenectomy in endometrial cancer can also be therapeutic.
http://www.emedicine.com/med/topic674.htm   (4301 words)

  
 Endometrial Cancer (Uterine Cancer) Prevention on MedicineNet.com
However, scientists have studied general patterns of cancer in the population to learn what things around us and what things we do in our lives may increase our chance of developing cancer.
Talk to your doctor about methods of preventing cancer that might be effective for you.
You can talk to your doctor or health care professional about cancer prevention methods and whether these methods would be likely to help you.
http://www.medicinenet.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=57266   (837 words)

  
 Endometrial Cancer
The main goal for clients with endometrial cancer is to manage their pain.
As for the client with endometrial cancer, holistic care that provides support and compassion is a priority.
Since the client has chosen to deny surgical intervention, hospice may be an option in the future.
http://learn.sdstate.edu/craigg/Brekke.html   (1232 words)

  
 Endometrial Cancer
Endometrial cancer mainly affects of older women at an average age of 55-65 years.
If you believe you are at risk for endometrial cancer, or any other cancer, discuss your concerns with your healthcare provider.
The biopsy involves threading a tiny catheter through the cervix to take a sample of the lining of the uterus (endometrium).
http://www.crouse.org/services/women/endometrial.html   (685 words)

  
 Sloan-Kettering - Endometrial Cancer
Most women with endometrial cancer have surgery as the primary form of treatment.
Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center has a long-standing multidisciplinary team approach to providing the best possible screening, counseling, and treatment for gynecologic cancers.
In this section you can find information about our expertise in treating women with endometrial cancer, our services, and our research.
http://www.mskcc.org/mskcc/html/317.cfm   (255 words)

  
 Endometrial Cancer -- familydoctor.org
You can increase the chances that endometrial cancer will be found early by having any unusual bleeding checked by your doctor right away.
General anesthesia (puts you in a sleep-like state) isn't needed, but you may be given a mild sedative to help you relax.
Treatment can be very effective, especially if the cancer is found early.
http://familydoctor.org/handouts/021.html   (644 words)

  
 Endometrial Cancer
Your health professional will determine the type of your cancer by studying the results of the biopsy and pelvic exam.
A chest X-ray to check for cancer cells that have metastasized from the cervix.
A proctoscopy or sigmoidoscopy to look at the lower part of the large intestine (colon) to determine if the cancer has metastasized.
http://www.peacehealth.org/kbase/topic/major/tm6524/examtest.htm   (561 words)

  
 Endometrial Cancer File: Current Cancer Research
These findings have already been published in top-rank medical journals—so you know the information is accurate and relevant, which is crucial as you and your doctors plan an appropriate course of treatment.
hen the condition is serious, like endometrial cancer, it demands serious medical information—the kind you'll find in the
—including background information on endometrial carcinoma (the most common gynecologic malignancy in the U.S.), clinical outcomes, cost-effectiveness of treatment, screening for endometrial cancer
http://www.lifestages.com/health/endocanc.html   (337 words)

  
 THE MERCK MANUAL, Sec. 18, Ch. 241, Gynecologic Neoplasms
Women with a history of pelvic radiation therapy or with a personal or family history of breast or ovarian cancer are at increased risk.
Accurate surgical staging enables 50 to 75% of patients with stage I disease to forego postoperative radiation therapy.
Extrapelvic cancer, depending on the site and extent, is treated with extended-field radiation, systemic chemotherapy, or hormone therapy.
http://www.merck.com/mrkshared/mmanual/section18/chapter241/241a.jsp   (855 words)

  
 Endometrial cancer
Endometrial cancer is seen mostly in women between the ages of fifty and seventy.
For more information on endometrial cancer, talk with your health care provider.
Because most uterine cancers occur in the inner layer of the uterus called the endometrium (En-doe-mee-tree-um), cancer of the uterus is often called endometrial cancer.
http://www.harthosp.org/HealthInfo/scripts/scr0275.htm   (289 words)

  
 Sloan-Kettering - Endometrial Cancer: Diagnosis
This endometrial biopsy may be done in your doctor's office, or you may need to have an outpatient surgical procedure called dilation and curettage (DandC).
Your doctor may perform other tests to determine if the cancer has spread beyond the uterus, including:
A DandC may require general anesthesia or conscious sedation (medication that reduces discomfort and anxiety without putting you to sleep).
http://www.mskcc.org/mskcc/html/13174.cfm   (314 words)

  
 Endometrial Cancer
Endometrial cancer is general treated with hormone therapy, surgery, chemotherapy or a combination of these approaches.
Approximately 15 to 20% of women with endometrial cancer may not have any symptoms.
The most common female genital cancer is endometrial cancer, in which cancer cells are attached to the lining or the muscular wall of the uterus (womb).
http://www.csmc.edu/5342.html   (460 words)

  
 M. D. Anderson Cancer Center - Endometrial Cancer Treatment, Research & Prevention Information
Learn about our open endometrial/uterine cancer clinical trials by
Could Mifepristone, also know as RU486 be the key to keeping the most common gynecological cancer at bay?
- share concerns and experiences with other cancer survivors
http://www.mdanderson.org/diseases/endometrial   (216 words)

  
 National Cancer Institute - Endometrial Cancer Home Page
Ways to look for specific cancer clinical trials.
Information related to cancer incidence, mortality, and survival
Information about detection, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of uterine cancer.
http://www.cancer.gov/cancer_information/cancer_type/endometrial   (146 words)

  
 Endometrial Cancer
In developed countries, uterine cancer is the most common cancer of the female genital tract.
The other type of endometrial cancer, uterine sarcomas, originates in the connective tissue or muscle of the uterus.
Nearly all endometrial cancers are endometrial adenocarcinomas, meaning they originate from glandular (secreting) tissue.
http://www.emedicinehealth.com/endometrial_cancer/article_em.htm   (550 words)

  
 Endometrial Cancer - Overview, Types, & Incidence - oncologychannel
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Uterine cancer is the most common gynecologic cancer (i.e., cancer that originates in female reproductive system).
According to the National Cancer Institute (NCI), uterine cancer is the most common type of gynecologic cancer.
http://www.oncologychannel.com/endometrialcancer   (304 words)

  
 Endometrial and Uterine Cancers
DISCLAIMER: NOAH is an information guide only and cannot answer personal health-related or research questions.
NOAH > Cancer > Types of Cancer > Women's Cancers (Gynecologic Oncology) > Endometrial and Uterine Cancers
Endometrial Cancer: Treatment National Cancer Institute (also in Spanish)
http://www.noah-health.org/en/cancer/types/women/endometrial   (108 words)

  
 Womens Health and Medical Information on MedicineNet.com
Our Uterine Cancer Main Article provides a comprehensive look at the who, what, when and how of Uterine Cancer
Terms related to Uterine Cancer: Cancer Of The Endometrium; Cancer Of The Uterus; Endometrial Cancer; Uterus Cancer; Womb Cancer
Radiation Increases Survival for Early Stage Endometrial Cancer
http://www.medicinenet.com/uterine_cancer   (180 words)

  
 Cancer, Endometrial cancer
Tamoxifen and Endometrial Cancer - Breast cancer patients who are treated with Tamoxifen may have increased risk for endometrial cancer.
cancer treatment and diagnosis, study, protocol, cancer and cancer
Q and A about Estrogen Replacement Therapy (ERT) - ERT may increase the chance of Endometrial cancer.
http://www.cancerlinksusa.com/endometrium.htm   (447 words)

  
 Endometrial (Uterus) Cancer Resources Directory - CancerIndex
Cancer of the Endometrium - Patients summary (CanCom)
Understanding Cancer of the Uterus (BACUP, UK) An on-line booklet
Endometrial cancer is a malignancy of the endometrium (the inner lining of the uterus, or womb) and is the most common gynaecological cancer, and accounts for 13% of all cancers in women.
http://www.cancerindex.org/clinks3e.htm   (552 words)

  
 Endometrial Cancer - Research, Treatment, Symptoms & Diagnosis
Endometrial Cancer - Research, Treatment, Symptoms and Diagnosis
Fortunately the symptoms of endometrial cancer usually appear early in the disease.
Women diagnosed with endometrial cancer are usually post-menopausal.
http://www.womenshealthmatters.ca/centres/cancer/endometrial   (184 words)

  
 Endometrial Cancer -- Topic Overview
Most women with endometrial cancer are diagnosed in the earliest stage, and up to 93% of these women are cancer-free 5 years after treatment.
This topic provides information about the initial testing, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer of the lining of the uterus, endometrial cancer.
If you are looking for information about cancer of the cervix, see the topic Cervical Cancer.
http://www.webmd.com/hw/abnormal_uterine_bleeding/tm6525.asp   (163 words)

  
 Endometrial Cancer Glossary of Terms
This is exactly why I tried to make Endometrial Cancer for laymen and students simple, easy to understand, with a glossary explaining some unavoidable medical terms.
This term means removal of both tubes and ovaries, usually if they are affected with cancer.
surgical removal of the ovaries if they are affected with cancer, or to stop the production of estrogen that can promote the multiplication of normal uterine lining cells as well as cells of the cancer.
http://www.cancerlynx.com/endometrial.html   (607 words)

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