Vaginal Cancer
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Introduction[edit | edit source]
Vaginal cancer is a rare primary vaginal cancer and most vaginal tumors are metastatic from other primary sites like cervical or vulvar cancer, more common in postmenopausal and elderly women than women under 40 years. It grows very slowly and the prognosis depends on the size, spread, and the patient's general health. Primary vaginal cancer represents about 1-2% of all female genital tract malignancies[1]. Cervical screening helps to identify the abnormality and find the treatment early.
Anatomy Background[edit | edit source]
The internal female reproductive system consists of ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, and vagina.
The vagina is an elastic fibromuscular canal connecting the cervix with the vulva. It acts as a birth canal, an outlet for the menstrual blood flow, and a cavity for sexual intercourse.
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References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ Adams TS, Rogers LJ, Cuello MA. Cancer of the vagina: 2021 update. International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics. 2021 Oct;155:19-27.
