Gynecological Surgical Oncology
The field of gynecology surgery is the unit that deals with cancer and precancerous lesions in the female genital organ and organ-related areas. Gynecological oncology specialist surgeons receive extensive training and gain various experiences. Gynecologist oncologists plan multi-faceted chemotherapy and supportive treatments and provide palliative care in both the diagnosis and treatment stages of cancer. The oncology unit should consist of a highly developed team. This team should be able to use all the latest technology diagnosis and treatment methods and should have a multidisciplinary approach to oncological disease.
Gynecological oncology surgery deals with cancers of the female genitalia and reproductive system. It deals with the pathologies of the external genital organs, namely the vulva, cervix, uterus, ovaries and tubas that have generally transformed into malignant tumors and have the possibility of transformation, and provides their surgical treatment. Gynecological oncology deals with the diagnosis, diagnosis and treatment of diseases related to the female genital organ and multidisciplinary approaches.
Vulvar Cancer
Cancer of the vulva is a skin cancer that occurs in the skin around the vaginal entrance, including the clitoris and labia, that is, the outer lips of the genitals. The virus is known as HPV, increases cervical cancer in humans, and also increases the risk of vulvar cancer. Volva cancer is a curable cancer. The most important point is to get rid of cancer by detecting it with early diagnosis and correct diagnosis before it progresses. It is usually seen in older women. It is treated using local excision, vuvectomy, radiotherapy and chemotherapy. If you constantly have an itching sensation in the vulva, if you constantly experience a burning sensation in your genitals, if you have to bleed, if you have paler and red genital skin than normal, if you have color change, rash, warts or skin thickening, if you feel groin pain, you should consult a doctor for these complaints.
Endometrial Cancer
The endometrium is the inner layer of the uterus. The endometrium thickens and sheds during the menstrual cycle. It is the most common endometrial cancer among female reproductive system cancers. It is usually seen in post-menopausal women. Risk factors are very diverse, genetic predisposition, hormonal disorders, age and obesity are the primary risk factors. In young women, it is often diagnosed early due to changes in the menstrual cycle. Bleeding after menopause is a sign of uterine cancer. Surgery is the most commonly used approach in the treatment of endometrial cancer. The tissue that causes endometrial cancer is removed and the cancer is eliminated. Minimal surgery is aimed. However, according to the patient’s needs, the fallopian tubes can be removed by hysterectomy. Surgical procedures can be performed with closed minimally invasive surgical methods. In addition, radiation therapy and chemotherapy in the later stages are also effective in its treatment.
Ovarian Cancer
It is a type of cancer that originates from the ovaries, which are responsible for the production of eggs in the female reproductive system. The ovaries are 2 and are located on either side of the uterus. It is also responsible for the production of the female hormones estrogen and progesterone. It is the 9th most common cancer type in women and the genital cancer type with the highest mortality rate. Although the exact cause is unknown, people with high risk should be followed up regularly. People with mutation carrier genes, commonly known as BRCA1 and BRCA2, have a high risk of developing ovarian cancer. In addition, women with a family history of ovarian cancer are at high risk. Obesity is another risk factor. Persons diagnosed with ovarian cancer should follow the treatment and surgical plans of experienced oncologists in fully equipped hospitals.
Cervical Cancer
The cervix is the name given to the lower part of the uterus. The part of the uterus that expands during childbirth and opens into the vagina is called the cervix. It is the most common and deadly type of cancer in women. Survival rates in early diagnosis are over 90%. The most important test that provides early diagnosis of cervical cancer is the Pap smear test. Cervical cancer is usually seen in women between the ages of 30-40-50. It is usually caused by HPV infection. HPV is a virus and HPV-positive women are in the high-risk group. The most effective solution is the HPV vaccine for adolescence and regular pap smear test. Among the treatment options, surgical methods usually come to the fore.
There are cancer types that concern various genital oncology. In these cancers, surgical removal of cancer tissue with early diagnosis prevents both survival and metastasis. You should have regular check-ups and take precautions by consulting your doctor in case of any complaints.