Gynecological Tumors: Treatment

The ovaries are two and are in the pelvis, one on each side of the uterus. They have the shape and size of an almond, and produce both eggs and female hormones (estrogen and progesterone) that are responsible for shaping and feminine traits to the body and regulate menstruation and pregnancy among other things. Ovarian cancer accounts for 4% of tumors that affect women.

The most common metastatic ovarian cancer occur in the peritoneum, which is the sac lining the intestines. In these cases there is ascites (accumulation of fluid in the abdomen), while if they reach the blood or lymphatic system, cancer cells can travel throughout the body, which increase the likelihood of metastases in other parts of the body.

The uterus is the cavity where the fetus develops. It consists of two layers of different tissues: the inner, very thin, which is called the endometrium and another external, consisting of muscle called the myometrium. Most tumors of the uterus occur after menopause.

Depending on the type of tumor and the stage where it is found, apply a different treatment. The health and patient age are also crucial when choosing a treatment strategy. The techniques are very diverse and can be used alone or in combination.

Surgery is the most common treatment, can kill cancer cells and, if necessary, remove the ovaries, fallopian tubes or other organs that have been affected by cancer or a metastasis. If you removed the uterus is called hysterectomy technique. The lymph nodes may be removed by surgery.