Ovarian & Endometrial Cancer Treatment in Dubai
Breakthrough Treatments for Early-Stage Endometrial and Ovarian Cancers
Endometrial and ovarian cancers are gynaecological cancers that affect the female reproductive system. Endometrial cancers develop in the uterus lining, whereas ovarian cancers develop in the ovaries. Endometrial cancer is a common type of uterine cancer affecting the female reproductive system, but ovarian cancer is less common.
Early detection is crucial, as it dramatically improves your survival rates. Discover the early warning signs and consult an expert gynaecologist to save your life from these two cancers. Dr Ibrahim Abd Elraham is a renowned gynaecologist and laparoscopic surgeon in Dubai with decades of expertise in diagnosing gynaecological cancers and exploring successful treatments.
✅Early detection of ovarian cancers could improve survival by 10 to 30%. 80% of endometrial cancers are detected early, improving the chances of successful treatment. |
Endometrial cancer - Causes and Symptoms
Uterine cancer is a broad term used to describe cancers that develop in the tissues of the uterus. Endometrial cancer makes up 95% of uterine cancer because uterine sarcomas are rare. Endometrial cancer occurs when the cells lining the uterus grow abnormally. It’s common among women over 50 years old who have gone through menopause.
Endometrial cancer is divided into four stages,
Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 3 | Stage 4 |
Cancer in the uterus | The cancer spreads from the uterus to the cervix. | The cancer spreads into ovaries, vagina, or fallopian tubes beyond the uterus and cervix | The cancer spread further to the urinary bladder, abdomen, bowel, rectum, lungs, bones, or lymph nodes. |
What causes uterine cancer?
The cause of endometrial cancer or uterine cancer is primarily unknown. However, there are a few risk factors related to your general health,
- Obesity or overweight
- High blood pressure
- Diabetes
- Above 50 years and past menopause
- Consuming tamoxifen medicine for breast cancer
- Lynch syndrome – a hereditary condition
The possibility of endometrial cancer associated with gynaecological health includes,
- Thickening of the uterus lining or endometrial hyperplasia
- First periods before 12 years
- Menopause after 55 years
- Never been pregnant
- Pelvic radiotherapy to treat another cancer
- Tumour in any of the ovaries
- Having Polycystic ovary syndrome
Endometrial cancer - what are the symptoms for early diagnosis?
An early symptom of endometrial cancer is abnormal bleeding after menopause. If you still have periods, the symptoms include constant bleeding, bleeding between periods, heavy periods, or changes in periods.
Other symptoms that denote endometrial cancer include,
- Watery vaginal discharge with a foul odour
- Weight loss
- Difficult urinating
- Change in bowel movements
- Tummy pain
Ovarian cancer - Causes and Symptoms
Ovarian cancer arises from the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells in the ovaries or, in some cases, the fallopian tubes. These cells multiply rapidly, potentially spreading to surrounding tissues and organs. Ovarian cancer affects females. It’s known as a silent killer because the symptoms are subtle and often ignored as something else.
What causes ovarian cancer?
Mostly, the causes are unknown, but the risk factors include,
- Obesity
- Aged above 60 years
- Family history of ovarian cancer
- Endometriosis
- Never being pregnant
Ovarian cancer - what are the symptoms?
Early detection is difficult in ovarian cancer because the cancer spreads throughout your abdomen before any noticeable symptoms. The possible symptoms include,
- Abdominal pain or bloating
- Pelvic pain
- Changes in eating habits
- Feeling full and loss of appetite
- Abnormal bleeding or vaginal discharge
- Bowel changes
- Increased size of the abdomen
- Frequent urination
How to diagnose endometrial cancer and ovarian cancer?
Endometrial cancer | Ovarian cancer |
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Endometrial cancer treatment in Dubai
Uterine or endometrial cancer treatment in Dubai starts with surgery. The doctor recommends surgery to remove cancer cells and determine the stage of cancer for additional treatments like chemotherapy or radiation.
Treatment before or after surgery
- Radiation therapy
- Chemotherapy
- Immunotherapy
- Hormone therapy
A hysterectomy is a procedure to remove the uterus and, in many cases, the cervix. Based on the type of endometrial cancer, there are four procedures,
- Total abdominal hysterectomy – the procedure involves an incision in the abdomen to remove the uterus.
- Vaginal hysterectomy – the procedure removes the uterus through the vagina
- Radical hysterectomy – the procedure removes the uterus, malignant tissues, and the top part of the vagina
- Laparoscopic hysterectomy – minimal incision to remove uterus
Ovarian Cancer Treatment
The goal of ovarian cancer treatment is to remove cancer cells from the body. Surgery is the typical treatment, and it involves the removal of the reproductive organs.
- Laparoscopy – minimally invasive surgery to remove ovaries
- Laparotomy – open surgery to remove ovaries.
Other treatments include,
- Chemotherapy
- Targeted therapy
- Hormone therapy
- Radiation therapy.
Before it’s too late - Spot the difference, endometrial cancer Vs Ovarian cancer, Consult Dr Ibrahim
Dr Ibrahim Abd Elrahman offers comprehensive gynaecological care with cutting-edge diagnostic techniques and advanced surgical solutions. He is an expert laparoscopic surgeon with extensive expertise in hysterectomy and endometrial cancer treatment in Dubai. Well-known for his advanced care and patient-centred services, Dr Ibrahim prioritizes minimally invasive surgeries with shorter recovery times. For state-of-the-art technology and holistic approach, contact us now! Schedule a consultation!
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