Endometrial Cancer (Cancer Of Uterus)
Description
Endometrial cancer is the most common cancer of the uterus and is an abnormal growth of endometrial cells which line the uterus. It is associated with an increased level of estrogen. It is most commonly seen between the ages of 60 and 70. Other conditions that increase the risk of having this disorder include: infertility, starting pregnancy early in life, polycystic ovarian syndrome, starting menopause late in life and taking estrogen medications without also taking progesterone.
Symptoms
Abnormal vaginal bleeding, excessive vaginal bleeding, bleeding after menopause, clear vaginal discharge after menopause.
Tests
A history and physical exam will be performed. An endometrial aspiration, endometrial biopsy, and/or dilation and curettage is performed to identify the cancer cells. A CT scan or MRI may be done to determine the extent of disease.
- CBC
- Chem 12
- CT Scan
- MRI
Treatment
Treatment depends on the extent of the disease but may involve surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy. Abdominal hysterectomy and bilateral salping-oophorectomy is the most common surgery performed.
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