Uterine cancers

A uterine neoplasm or cancer is a malignant tumour that can metastasize to other parts of the body and are classified based on location: cervical, vaginal, and endometrial carcinomas. A uterine cancer typically affects younger women with an average age of 45 years old. These can be detected earliest by direct visualization which is why the Papp test is critical for prevention of late stage disease. Also abnormal bleeding can be an important sign of an uterine abnormality and should always be discussed with your doctor.Endometrial carcinoma is the most common gynaecological malignancy, of which the most common abnormal tissue type is adenocarcinoma. Endometrial carcinoma is then divided into subtypes: Type I and Type II. Type I, which accounts for 80% of cases, are linked to excess estrogen in the body. Type II, accounts for 20%, are not linked to estrogen levels and involve endometrial atrophy.Cervical carcinoma is the third most common gynaecological malignancy. The tissue type is classified by biopsy. Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) and adenocarcinomas are the most common tumours found in the cervix. Other less common types of cervical cancer are neuroendocrine tumours and adenosquamous cell carcinoma.Vaginal carcinoma is rare, especially as primary cancer. However, it is the fifth most common gynaecological malignancy. Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) and adenocarcinomas are the most common tumours found in the vagina. Other less common types of vaginal cancer are primary vaginal melanoma and vaginal sarcoma.