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…VÄLILYÖNTI*class=\”intro-text\”> The Society of Gynecologic Oncology (SGO) Clinical Practice Committee works to coordinate and peer-review the development of clinical statements and recommendations for practice in the diagnosis, management and treatment of gynecologic cancers. Stay current with issues that affect the way you practice. SGO resources are int…
Develop Your Practice. Expand Your Ability to Serve. Running a practice or care team is a continual balance between meeting today’s needs while reaching tomorrow’s goals. There are logistical, technological and even personal stress impacting gynecologic cancer care teams. Taking care of your practice requires constant work—the Society of Gynecologic Oncology (SGO) is here to help. As a member-led organization, we know what it takes to…
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…s were done. This report is the most accurate one and is used to decide on recommendations for further treatment (radiation or chemotherapy). Sometimes your case will be presented at a conference where the surgeons, radiation doctors, and medical oncologists discuss the best plan for your treatment. Your eligibility for a clinical trial is also discussed. Once you have completed treatment and there is no evidence of cancer remaining, you w…
…used to determine the stage of your cancer, which will guide the treatment recommendations your gynecologic oncologist will make. Sometimes the stage of your cancer is determined after definitive surgical management. The following are the stages of vulvar cancer: Stage I: The cancer has formed but has not moved beyond the vulva or perineum (the area between the rectum and the vagina.) Stage Ia: The cancer is 2 cm or smaller and has spread no m…
… which can cause skin discomfort. If this occurs your doctor will give you recommendations to minimize the discomfort. If your cancer is large, radiation is sometimes given with chemotherapy prior to surgery, to make the surgery that you will need less extensive. Chemotherapy Chemotherapy is used most often for cancer that has spread to areas that cannot be successfully treated with surgery or radiation alone. This can include lymph nodes,…
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