Early detection of gynecologic malignancies

Semin Surg Oncol. 1989;5(3):176-8. doi: 10.1002/ssu.2980050306.

Abstract

Gynecological malignancies constitute 14% of cancers in women. Failure to control disease is most frequently related to delays in diagnosis, which may be corrected through renewed efforts at patient and physician education as well as the use of diagnostic techniques currently available.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Antigens, Tumor-Associated, Carbohydrate / analysis
  • Female
  • Genital Neoplasms, Female / blood
  • Genital Neoplasms, Female / diagnosis*
  • Genital Neoplasms, Female / pathology
  • Humans
  • Vaginal Smears

Substances

  • Antigens, Tumor-Associated, Carbohydrate