LIV HOSPITAL is at the forefront of notable advances in gynaecologic oncology, high-risk pregnancy, in-vitro fertilization (IVF) and preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PDG) and is an expert in all areas of women's health for women of all ages from adolescents.
LIV HOSPITAL offers highly skilled advice and interventions to women of all ages and covers the whole spectrum of gynaecological cancers.
LIV HOSPITAL's Gynaecological Oncology Centre provides the latest diagnostic tests and state-of-the-art treatment for malignancies, including those of the female reproductive organs. These malignancies include:
- Cervical cancer
- Cancer of the endometrium
- Fallopian tube cancer
- Gestational trophoblastic disease
- Ovarian cancer
- Sarcoma of the uterus
- Cancer of the vagina
- Cancer of the vulva
Our team, including gynaecological oncologists and radiation oncologists, meets regularly to review all cases and explore treatment options and develop coordinated management plans.
Our Centre provides care for women with cancer of the reproductive tract and conducts research to improve methods for diagnosing and treating gynaecologic cancers.
For some patients, minimally invasive surgery and Da Vinci robotic surgery may be an option.
Gynaecological Cancers
Breast Cancer
The most common form of cancer in women, breast cancer has a good chance of being cured if caught at an early stage. The likelihood of breast cancer increases with age. For this reason, it is very important for women over the age of 40 to get an annual mammogram and physical exam with a doctor. Women should get themselves screened for breast cancer every month. These simple precautions will contribute to early diagnosis and treatment.
Uterine Cancer
Uterine cancer is cancer of the inner membrane of the uterus. Known factors in uterine cancer include conditions that increase the amount of oestrogen, such as early menstruation, late menopause, infertility, and obesity. The first symptom is usually vaginal bleeding after menopause. It is important to consult your doctor in case of abnormal menstrual bleeding. Early diagnosis can be achieved through annual preventive check-ups. In rare cases of early interception, women who want to become pregnant may be successfully cured with medication.
In the case of irregular menstruation or bleeding during menopause, early diagnosis is usually possible and successful treatment has a high rate. 85% of uterine cancer patients have no problems related to the disease. Usually, surgery is sufficient. In a small group of patients, radiotherapy and chemotherapy are necessary.
Cervical Cancer
Cervical cancer is a serious but preventable disease. It is possible to catch changes in cervical cells before cancer develops. Since more than 95% of early cases detected are curable, early diagnosis and treatment are of utmost importance. This is possible through regular gynecological examinations and screening tests. Every woman between the ages of 21 and 65 should have a gynaecological exam and Pap test at least once a year. What's more, the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine protects against 80%-100% of HPV cervical cancers.
Ovarian Cancer
Risk factors for ovarian cancer, the seventh most common form of cancer in the world, include age over 40, childlessness, diet rich in fat, use of talcum powder in the genital area, familial burden of this disease. The risk decreases with the use of contraceptives, childbirth and breastfeeding, removal of the uterus and fallopian tubes. Unfortunately, three out of four cases are diagnosed at a late stage. Nowadays, the best way for early diagnosis is regular gynaecological examinations and a detailed assessment of the patient's familial burden.
The gold standard for ovarian cancer treatment is to have the first surgery performed by a gynaecologic oncologist who leaves none of the cancer inside.