Department of Radiation Oncology
Gynecologic Cancer
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Specialized Physicians: Gyn Cancer – Tithi Biswas, M.B.B.S., M.D. – Pramila Rani Anne, M.D. – Maria Werner-Wasik, M.D. |
Cancers of gynecologic system include cancers of the vagina, cervix, uterus, fallopian tubes and ovaries. These cancers may manifest as palpable masses, pain, abnormal bleeding, abdominal or pelvic discomfort, or asymptomatically found on routine examination and screenings.
The treatment of gynecologic cancers is highly individualized – depending on tumor type, location and size. Treatments may involve surgery, radiation, chemotherapy or commonly a combination. At Jefferson we pride ourselves on strong interdisciplinary cooperation between radiation oncologists, gynecologic surgeons, and medical oncologists. Physicians have at their disposal conformal external beam radiotherapy, intensity modulated radiotherapy (IMRT) as well as intracavitary brachytherapy. Our resources include technologies such as image guided radiation therapy (IGRT) with conebeam CT, high dose rate (HDR) brachytherapy, CT/MRI compatible applicators for 3D planning and composite dose estimation. Most importantly, our physicians are renowned national leaders in the treatment of gynecologic malignancies. We have the experience and high treatment volume to deliver the most optimal care to our patients.
Furthermore Jefferson has an active clinical trials program. When appropriate, patients are given the opportunity to participate in research studies that integrate new drugs and treatment approaches to continue to improve our success in treating gynecologic cancers. Some trials are available only at Jefferson – please inquire to what trials are currently available!
For further information:
http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/types/endometrial
http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/types/cervical/
The Nucletron V2 remote afterloader is housed in one of our linac vaults. CT/MR compatible applicators allow for 3D planning as well as composite dose estimation.
