Preventive gynaecological oncology

Preventive gynecologic oncology focuses on the prevention, early detection, and management of gynecologic cancers, including cervical, ovarian, uterine, vaginal, and vulvar cancers.

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  • Genetic predisposition (BRCA mutations, Lynch syndrome)
  • Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection, especially high-risk strains
  • Smoking
  • Obesity
  • Hormonal factors (exposure to estrogen without progesterone)
  • Environmental factors (exposure to certain chemicals)
  •   - Abnormal vaginal bleeding or discharge
  • Pelvic pain or pressure
  • Changes in bowel or bladder habits
  • Pain during intercourse
  • Persistent bloating
  • Changes in vulvar skin color or texture

Medical:

  • Screening tests such as Pap smears, HPV testing, and genetic testing for high-risk individuals.
  • HPV vaccination for prevention of cervical cancer.
  • Chemoprevention for high-risk individuals.
  • Hormonal therapies for certain types of gynecologic cancers.

Surgical:

  • Removal of precancerous lesions or tumors.
  • Hysterectomy (removal of the uterus) or oophorectomy (removal of the ovaries) for cancer prevention in high-risk individuals.
  • Lymph node dissection to determine the extent of cancer spread.
  • Radical surgeries for advanced cancers, including removal of nearby lymph nodes and tissues.

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