Cancer Screening and Prevention Highlights in Gynecologic Cancer

This article provides an up-to-date summary of screening approaches and key strategies in prevention of gynecologic malignancies. The Pap smear is the only proven screening intervention in the field of gynecologic oncology. Women should receive treatment for precancerous conditions of the cervix, vulva, vagina, and endometrial lining. Women with inherited conditions should consider having a risk-reducing surgery once they have finished childbearing. The human papilloma virus vaccination should be offered to all girls and boys aged 11 to 12  years, and can also be given as early as age 9 and through 26 years of age.
Source: Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinics - Category: OBGYN Authors: Source Type: research