Endometrial Cancer
Endometrial cancer is a type of cancer that begins in the inner lining of the uterus (called the endometrium). It is one of the most common gynecological cancers and is usually detected early because it often causes abnormal bleeding.
Who is at Risk?
Obesity
Diabetes or high blood pressure
Family history of uterine or colon cancer
Hormonal imbalances
Common Symptoms :
Heavy or
irregular periods
Bleeding between periods
Abnormal uterine bleeding (especially after menopause)
Pelvic pain or discomfort
Watery/ white or blood
stained discharge
Diagnosis
Hysteroscopic Biopsy is done to confirm the tumor.
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Advantages:
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Targeted biopsy
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Higher precision
Treatment options :
Depends on:
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Stage of the disease
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Spread of the tumor
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Other patient-specific factors
If operable:
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Surgery (Laparoscopic, Robotic, or Open — chosen based on disease spread and patient needs)
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Radical hysterectomy + lymph node excision
If extensive disease:
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Chemotherapy
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Radiotherapy
Adjuvant Treatment:
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Extra therapy given after surgery to lower the risk of cancer returning.
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Even after tumor removal, small cancer cells may remain. Adjuvant therapy helps destroy these hidden cells.
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Chemotherapy
Radiation therapy
Hormonal therapy
Immunotherapy
