Cancer Care
From diagnosis and throughout treatment, Main Line Health cancer specialists (oncologists) provide compassionate care for you and your loved ones through all stages of cancer treatment.
Uterine Cancer
Uterine cancer risk factors and symptoms
Some symptoms include irregular vaginal bleeding, pelvic pain during urination and pelvic pain during intercourse. These symptoms can sometimes be confused with the symptoms of menopause, so it’s important to check with your doctor. There is no screening test to determine if you might have uterine cancer, therefore it is important to talk to your doctor about any symptoms of unusual vaginal bleeding you may have.
Some health conditions increase your risk for developing uterine cancer. These include:
- Diabetes
- High blood pressure
- Obesity
Using estrogen replacement during menopause that does not include progesterone or Tamoxifen may also increase your risk.
Uterine cancer treatment options
If you have symptoms of uterine cancer, your doctor may order diagnostic tests, including:
- Imaging tests – Ultrasound, MRI or CT scan may show a solid mass or tumor.
- Biopsy – The removal of tissue from the uterus can confirm if it contains cancer cells.
The gynecologic specialists at Main Line Health offer advanced treatments for uterine cancer, including:
- Chemotherapy – We have a dedicated gynecologic oncologist to oversee your chemotherapy and hormonal therapy.
- Radiation – We offer traditional external beam radiation and more targeted intensify modulated radiation therapy (IMRT).
- Surgery – Our specialists provide minimally invasive laparoscopic and robotic surgery options, including laparoscopic assisted vaginal hysterectomy (LAVH).
Treatments
Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy is used to fight almost every type of cancer. Oncologists (cancer doctors) prescribe and give chemotherapy as part of your individual treatment plan.
Surgical Oncology
Radiation Oncology
At Main Line Health, our expert radiation oncologists use the latest technology to give you powerful, precise treatment.
Cancer Survivorship Services
With advances in medicine, millions of people are living with cancer than ever before. For that reason, we established The Survivorship Program—a program designed to help patients transition to life following treatment, by alleviating some of their common concerns.
Hematology and Blood Disorders
Whether you are fighting cancer or managing a blood disorder, the hematologists and oncologists at Main Line Health offer the comprehensive care you need.
Women's Health
Discover how Main Line Health provides comprehensive and compassionate care for women in all stages of life.
Gynecologic Oncology
The gynecologic oncology specialists at Main Line Health offer comprehensive and compassionate care for women suffering from cervical, ovarian, uterine, vaginal and vulvar cancers.