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Breast cancer, cervical cancer, uterine cancer and ovarian cancer are the 4 gynecological cancers with the highest incidence in women. Currently, cancer screening is considered the golden key to proactively prevent and protect you from the risk of cancer attack. So what is gynecological cancer screening and how is it done? The article below will help you get more information.
1. Current situation of gynecological cancer
1.1 Breast cancer
Of the 10 most common cancers in women today, breast cancer ranks first with the highest incidence. According to statistics from the Ministry of Health, every year, more than 15,000 new breast cancer patients are diagnosed in all hospitals across the country. The incidence of breast cancer is increasing day by day. In Vietnam, over 40% of breast cancer patients are between the ages of 40 and 55, however, the incidence rate is tending to be younger.
The effectiveness of breast cancer treatment depends on how advanced the disease is. If breast cancer is detected early in stage 1, the chance of cure is up to 90%; in stage 2 the chance of cure is 80% and in stage 3 it drops to 60%. If there is no metastasis to the surrounding tissue, the survival rate is 100%. If detected at a late stage, only palliative care can be provided.
To detect the disease early, it is necessary to regularly self-examine the breasts. In addition, it is recommended to have regular mammograms or ultrasounds of the breast, blood tests; In the case of a tumor, a biopsy of the breast will be performed.
1.2 Cervical cancer
Cervical cancer (CC) is a malignancy of the squamous epithelium (squamous epithelium) or glandular epithelium of the cervix, common from the age of 30 onwards, ranking second in genital cancers. in women in terms of morbidity and mortality. According to statistics of the Ministry of Health, in Vietnam, every year more than 6000 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer and every day 1 in 9 women die from this disease.
One of the reasons for this is that women are not routinely and systematically screened for cancer early through accessible, appropriate tests; When detecting precancerous lesions, they are not treated promptly and effectively.
HPV is a sexually transmitted agent and it is considered the primary cause of cervical cancer. There are two ways to help prevent cervical cancer: vaccination to prevent HPV infection and cervical cancer screening. Prevention is more effective if both measures are combined.
1.3 Uterine cancer
A type of cancer that originates from the endometrium. Uterine cancer is a common cancer, in Vietnam, uterine cancer ranks third in incidence, after cervical cancer and breast cancer.
The disease usually occurs in perimenopause and menopause, the rate of uterine cancer patients aged 55-65 accounts for about 85%. Therefore, screening for uterine cancer is important for the effectiveness of treatment.
1.4 Ovarian cancer
Ovarian cancer is a common cancer in women and is called the "silent killer" for women over the age of 55. According to statistics, every year, worldwide, more than 20,000 women are detected. have ovarian cancer.
Ovarian cancer often has no early signs, often until the late stage to detect. Women at high risk of breast cancer: those over 50 years old, people with a family history of a diseased mother or sister; women who have never given birth; a history of breast or colon cancer; taking drugs that stimulate ovulation; hormone replacement therapy, using talcum powder for many years. Some evidence suggests that women on hormone replacement therapy after menopause also have an increased risk of ovarian cancer.
To detect the disease early, it is necessary to have regular gynecological examination every 6 months; uterine adnexal ultrasound, transvaginal ultrasound; CT scan of the abdomen when ultrasound is suspected, do blood tests.
2. Significance of early screening for gynecological cancer
Cancer screening is a method that helps doctors detect cancer cells in your body early even when you have not shown symptoms. Going to gynecological cancer screening tests and examinations helps to reduce the incidence of the disease in the late stages, increase the ability to treat the disease, and save significant costs.
3. Package for screening and early detection of gynecological cancer at Vinmec
To meet the increasing needs of women for gynecological cancer screening, Vinmec International General Hospital offers a screening package and early detection of gynecological cancer, helping to detect 4 diseases early: breast cancer, cervical cancer, uterine cancer, and ovarian cancer even when there are no symptoms.
Who should use the Gynecological Cancer Screening and Early Detection Package?
Female customers, over 40 years old. Customers wishing to be able to screen for breast and gynecological cancers (cervical, uterine, ovarian). Customers with high risk of cancer - especially customers with a family history of breast and gynecological cancer. Women of reproductive age, perimenopause and menopause. Women who are having symptoms of breast cancer, gynecology such as: pain in the breast, lump in the breast, bleeding outside the menstrual period, pain in the abdomen, etc.
Why should choose the screening package and early detection of gynecological cancer at Vinmec?
Vinmec has been and is a reliable address for women in gynecological cancer screening, with a team of highly qualified and experienced doctors, and a system of modern machinery and equipment. Currently, such as:
ThinPrep Pap Test application in early diagnosis of cervical cancer, this is the current advanced test in early detection of cervical cancer, greatly reducing the false negative rate, accurately diagnosing cancer Cervical cancer early stage, bring high treatment efficiency, reduce the cost of cervical cancer treatment, reduce the mortality rate. For breast cancer screening, Vinmec is now deploying the Invenia TM ABUS 3D ultrasound technique, which is the most advanced breast cancer screening device in the world, also the first in Vietnam capable of Screening and early detection of breast cancer has an accuracy of over 90%. Vinmec hospital system deploys the package of screening and early detection of gynecological cancer
1, Vinmec Times City International General Hospital
Address: 458 Minh Khai, Hai Ba Trung, Hanoi
2, Vinmec Central Park International General Hospital
Address: 720A Dien Bien Phu, Ward 33, Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City.
3, Vinmec Hai Phong International General Hospital
Address: Vo Nguyen Giap Street, Vinh Niem Ward, Le Chan District, Hai Phong City
4, Vinmec Ha Long International General Hospital
Address: 10A, Le Thanh Tong, Ha Long City, Quang Ninh
5, Vinmec Da Nang International General Hospital
Address: April 30th Street, Residential Area 4 Nguyen Tri Phuong, Hoa Cuong Bac Ward, Hai Chau District, Da Nang City
6, Vinmec Nha Trang International General Hospital
Address: 42A Tran Phu, Vinh Nguyen Ward, Nha Trang City
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