Cervical Cancer: Diagnosis & Treatment

Overview

Cervical cancer is a malignant tumor that develops in the cervical region of the uterus. The disease progresses gradually over several decades, often starting with intraepithelial dysplasia—a precancerous condition. If left untreated, dysplasia can evolve into invasive cervical cancer. Early detection through routine screening significantly improves treatment outcomes.

Diagnosis

A comprehensive diagnostic approach includes:

• Biopsy – Confirms malignancy and determines cancer stage.

• Cervical Conization – Removes abnormal tissue for both diagnosis and treatment of precancerous lesions.

• Endocervical Curettage (ECC) – Scrapes cells from the cervical canal to detect abnormal changes.

• Pelvic Ultrasound – Assesses tumor size and involvement of adjacent structures.

• CT & MRI – Provides detailed imaging to evaluate tumor extent and lymph node involvement.

Treatment

Treatment strategies depend on cancer stage, tumor size, patient’s age, and reproductive plans:

1. Precancerous Lesions (Cervical Dysplasia):Cervical Conization – Surgical removal of affected cervical tissue to prevent progression to invasive cancer.
   

2. Invasive Cervical Cancer:Radical Hysterectomy – Removal of the uterus and surrounding tissues in early-stage cases.
   Radiotherapy & Chemotherapy – Used alone or in combination for advanced-stage disease.
   Multimodal Therapy – A combination of surgery, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy, tailored to disease severity.
   

Cost of Diagnosis & Treatment:

• 15,000,000 – 20,000,000 KRW