Most uterine cancers begin in the endometrium, which is the lining of the uterus, and endometrial cancer is the most common of all gynecologic malignancies. Uterine sarcomas that develop in the wall of the uterus are less common. Common symptoms of uterine cancer include abnormal bleeding after menopause or irregular bleeding before menopause. The Gynecologic Oncologists at Ochsner Clinic provide the latest in early diagnosis as well as the full range of treatment options. Participating in national studies of the latest treatments through the Gynecologic Oncology Group, the Division of Gynecologic Oncology provides patients with access to innovative treatments for advanced and recurrent uterine cancer.
Cervical cancer is the only gynecologic malignancy that can be prevented by regular screening.
Screening with the Pap smear has dramatically reduced the incidence of cervical cancer by detecting problems in the pre-cancerous phase. The Division of Gynecologic Oncology provides patients with the latest and most up to date diagnostic and treatment methods for abnormal Pap smears and invasive cervical cancer. The Ochsner Clinic Division of Gynecologic Oncology is a leader in cervical cancer treatment in the Gulf South and participates in research studies for the management of early stage as well as advanced and recurrent cervical cancer. Using a multi-disciplinary approach, the gynecologic oncologists work closely with the radiation oncologists and the other members of the Ochsner Cancer Institute, providing patients with the latest and most up to date treatment for advanced and recurrent cervical cancer. The department offers procedures for men, women, and children, including all types of reconstruction following cancer surgery.