Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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8783526 | Obstetrics, Gynaecology & Reproductive Medicine | 2017 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Cervical cancer is the second most common cancer in women worldwide and is the leading cause of death in women in sub-Saharan Africa. In this review, the aetiology of cervical cancer is discussed plus HPV vaccination, diagnosis, imaging techniques, FIGO staging and management with surgical options for stage 1a1-1b1 and non-surgical options for stage 1b2-3b cervical cancer. Palliative treatments and exenterative surgery are included.
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Authors
Clare L. Newton, Timothy A. Mould,