CHAPTER 35 - Ovarian Tumours: Pathology, Benign Tumors and Management

SHAW GYNAECOLOGY CHAPTER 35 This provides an extensive overview of cancer of the body of the uterus, primarily focusing on endometrial cancer, which is noted as the most frequent genital tract cancer in developed nations. It outlines key aspects of endometrial cancer, including its epidemiology, risk factors such as obesity and unopposed oestrogen exposure, and two primary types distinguished by oestrogen dependency and prognosis. Furthermore, this details various diagnostic investigations like transvaginal sonography and fractional curettage, staging using the FIGO system, and treatment modalities encompassing surgery, radiotherapy, and hormonal therapy. Finally, it discusses rarer forms of uterine malignancy, specifically sarcoma of the uterus and malignant mixed Mullerian tumours, covering their pathology, staging, and treatment approaches.