Recent advancements in radiation treatment for uterine cancer have focused on personalized approaches, improved techniques, and the integration of molecular classifications into treatment planning. Join Dr. Vishal Gupta, radiation oncologist and associate professor of radiation oncology at Mt. Sinai Hospital, as he discusses the latest radiation protocols, as well as information about side effects and their management.
Takeaways:
- Surgery is 1st step in treatment of endometrial cancer
- Post-operative treatment depends on risk factors
- Low Risk – no further treatment
- Intermediate Risk – Radiation may be recommended
- High Risk – Chemo +/- radiation +/- immunotherapy
- Radiation treatment – brachytherapy or external beam (or both)
- Intermediate Risk – brachytherapy
- High Risk – external beam and/or brachytherapy
- Radiation well tolerated, but may have long term side effects
- Radiation prevents recurrence, but does not improve survival in endometrial cancer
- Balanced discussion with your doctors about pros/cons