Gynecologic Oncology Glossary

Abnormal accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity, commonly associated with advanced ovarian cancer.

Monoclonal antibody drug that inhibits blood vessel formation in tumors by targeting VEGF.

Surgical removal of both ovaries, performed for treatment or prevention of gynecologic cancers or as part of comprehensi...

Low-grade epithelial ovarian neoplasm with malignant potential but lacking stromal invasion.

Surgical connection of two segments of bowel following resection during gynecologic oncology procedures.

Radiation therapy delivered by placing radioactive sources directly into or near tumor tissue, commonly used for cervica...

Hereditary genetic alteration in BRCA1 or BRCA2 genes that significantly increases risk of breast and ovarian cancers.

A protein biomarker used to monitor ovarian cancer, elevated levels may indicate disease presence or recurrence.

Widespread dissemination of cancer cells throughout a body cavity, typically the peritoneum.

Surgical removal of a cone-shaped portion of cervical tissue for diagnosis or treatment.

Precancerous changes in cervical epithelial cells graded as CIN 1, CIN 2, or CIN 3 based on severity.

Narrowing or closure of the cervical canal, which can occur following radiation therapy or surgical procedures, potentia...

Describing cancer that shows no response to initial chemotherapy treatment, indicating primary drug resistance.

The degree to which cancer cells respond to chemotherapy treatment, affecting treatment selection and prognosis.

Nerve damage affecting hands and feet caused by neurotoxic chemotherapy agents.

Platinum-based chemotherapy agent that is a cornerstone of treatment for gynecologic cancers, particularly cervical and...

Histologic subtype of ovarian cancer characterized by cells with clear cytoplasm and poor prognosis.

Diagnostic procedure using a magnifying instrument to examine the cervix, vagina, and vulva for abnormal tissue.

Additional treatment given after primary therapy to maintain response and prevent recurrence, commonly used in ovarian c...

Surgical procedure to remove as much visible tumor as possible, typically performed in ovarian cancer treatment.

Surgical technique involving removal of peritoneal deposits from the diaphragm surface during cytoreductive surgery.

Treatment schedule that delivers chemotherapy cycles at shorter intervals than standard protocols.

Surgical scraping of the endocervical canal to obtain tissue samples for histological examination.

Diagnostic procedure involving sampling of endometrial tissue to detect malignancy or pre-malignant conditions.