Breast cancer in the setting of fertility-sparing treatment for endometrial cancer

Gynecol Oncol Rep. 2014 Oct 27:10:30-1. doi: 10.1016/j.gore.2014.10.002. eCollection 2014 Dec.

Abstract

•Progesterone therapy is a commonly used alternative to surgical management for women with endometrial cancer who desire fertility preservation.•Prior research suggests that progestins may contribute to breast tumorigenesis.•We report a patient diagnosed with progesterone receptor positive breast cancer during hormonal treatment of endometrial cancer.

Keywords: Breast cancer; Endometrial cancer; Fertility-sparing; Hormonal therapy.

Publication types

  • Case Reports