Gynecologic Cancer
Gynecologic cancers are relatively rare, yet the risk is real for any woman and increases with age.
Our WakeMed Hematology & Medical Oncology team work with our gynecological surgery team to employ cutting-edge science and premier oncologic advances to expertly direct patient care in the treatment of gynecologic cancers.
Patients diagnosed with a gynecologic cancer, can trust our cadre of compassionate providers to deliver individualized treatment protocols for the best patient experience.
Diagnostics for Gynecologic Cancers
Tests
- Biopsy
- Colposcopy
- Endoscopy
Imaging
- Abdominal/Pelvic Ultrasound
- Computed Tomography (CT)
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
- Positron Emission Tomography (PET)/CT
- Transvaginal Ultrasound, with the wand placed inside the vagina
Types of Gynecologic Cancers
- Cervical Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer
- Fallopian Tube Cancer
- Gestational Trophoblastic Tumor
- Ovarian Epithelial Cancer
- Ovarian Germ Cell Tumor
- Ovarian Low Malignant Potential Tumor
- Primary Peritoneal Cancer
- Uterine Sarcoma
- Vaginal Cancer
- Vulvar Cancer
Treatments for Gynecologic Cancers
- Chemotherapy
- Hormone Therapy
- Immunotherapy
- Radiation
- Radical Hysterectomy
- Surgery
- Targeted Therapy