Gynecologic cancer care begins with understanding the type of cancer, where it developed and the characteristics that may influence treatment. Our gynecologic oncology team provides individualized evaluation and treatment for cancers of the female reproductive system, with care that may include surgery, systemic therapy, radiation therapy and supportive services. Your care plan is developed around your diagnosis, overall health and priorities, helping you understand your options and what comes next.
Understanding Gynecologic Cancer
Gynecologic cancers can develop in the cervix, uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes, vagina, vulva and other tissues of the female reproductive system. Identifying where a cancer begins and understanding its specific characteristics help your care team determine how it should be evaluated and which treatment approaches may be appropriate. Our Conditions section provides more information about cervical, endometrial, ovarian and uterine cancers, including signs and symptoms, diagnosis and staging.
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Individualized Gynecologic Cancer Treatment
Treatment for gynecologic cancer depends on the type and stage of cancer, where it has spread and other information gathered through pathology, imaging and, when appropriate, genetic or molecular testing. Your care plan may include surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy or hormone therapy, with different approaches used individually or in combination. Recommendations may also change as new information becomes available or the cancer responds to treatment.
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Surgical Approaches for Gynecologic Cancer
Surgery plays an important role in the treatment of many gynecologic cancers and may be used to remove cancer, determine its extent or accomplish other goals specific to your diagnosis. Depending on the cancer, stage, procedure and individual clinical factors, surgery may be performed using an open, laparoscopic or robotic-assisted approach. Your surgical team determines the approach according to what can safely and effectively accomplish the goals of the operation.
