Treatment for Uterine Sarcoma
Treatment for uterine sarcoma varies based on:
- The size and location of the tumor
- The uterine sarcoma stage
- The patient's general health
- Whether the cancer has just been diagnosed or has come back.
In general, treatments options for uterine sarcoma can include:
- Surgery
- Chemotherapy
- Radiation therapy
- Hormone therapy.
Patients should work with their doctor to develop a treatment plan that meets their medical needs and personal values. Choosing the most appropriate uterine sarcoma treatment is a decision that ideally involves the patient, the family, and the healthcare team.
Key information about uterine sarcoma includes the following:
- Uterine sarcoma is a rare disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the muscles of the uterus or other tissues that support the uterus
- Having received radiation therapy to the pelvic area can increase the risk of developing uterine sarcoma
- Possible signs of uterine sarcoma include abnormal vaginal bleeding
- Tests that used to diagnose uterine sarcoma include Pap tests, a endometrial biopsy, and a D&C
- In general, treatment options for uterine sarcoma may include surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and hormone therapy.
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