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NHS Pan Birmingham Cancer Network

Gynaecological cancers

This page brings a range of information resources on gynaecological cancers such as cancer to the ovary, womb or cervix, developed by our Network. It includes general information on these cancer types and their treatment in the Birmingham area.
The titles below do not constitute an exhaustive list of all the procedures and treatments available in the hospitals to cure these particular cancers. They are the result of a joint collaboration from the hospitals in our Network who decided to write these leaflets so that staff and patients could have easily access to this information.
Tests and investigations

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Examination Under Anaesthesia

This leaflet is for women who, following discussion with their doctor, have been recommended an examination under anaesthesia. This procedure is performed in order to find out if the cancer has spread beyond the cervix.
Diagnosis

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Information for Women with High Risk or Familal Histories of Ovarian Cancer

This leaflet has been written for women who have a known high risk of developing ovarian cancer at some stage in their life. It explains the investigations which can detect this cancer.
Treatment

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Hysterectomy - Your Operation Explained

This leaflet tells patients and their carers about a procedure known as hysterectomy. It explains what is involved and some of the common complications associated with this procedure.
Laproscopic Hysterectomy - Your Operation Explained

This leaflet tells patients and their carers about a procedure known as laparoscopic hysterectomy. It explains what is involved and some of the common complications associated with this procedure.
Ovarian Debulking - Your Operation Explained

This leaflet tells patients and their carers about a procedure known as ovarian debulking. It explains what is involved and some of the common complications associated with this procedure.
Paracentesis - Your Operation Explained

This leaflet tells patients and their carers about the procedure known as paracentesis. It explains what is involved and some of the common complications associated with this procedure.
Pelvic Radiotherapy for Women - Your Treatment Explained

This leaflet gives information about pelvic radiotherapy to women who have cervical or endometrial cancer. Pelvic radiotherapy is also sometimes given to women with cancer of the bowel, vulva, vagina or ovaries.
Radical Hysterectomy - Your Operation Explained

This leaflet tells about the procedure known as radical hysterectomy. It explains what is involved and some of the common complications associated with this procedure.
Follow up & symptom control

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Lymphoedema in the Lower Limbs

This leaflet tells patients and their carers about a condition known as lymphoedema, it explains why it may happen, who are at risks and signs to look for.

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