Câncer de colo de útero: sintomas, diagnóstico, prevenção e tratamento

About this video

• Video Title: Câncer de colo de útero: sintomas, diagnóstico, prevenção e tratamento
• Channel: Dra. Vivian Coski | Mundo da Oncologia
• Speakers: Dra. Vivian Coski
• Duration: 00:08:56

Overview

This video, presented by Dr. Vivian Coski, discusses cervical cancer, its symptoms, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment. It is part of the "Janeiro Verde" initiative, dedicated to raising awareness about cervical cancer, which is the most common gynecological cancer globally.

Key takeaways

• Symptoms: Potential symptoms include bleeding during sexual intercourse, pain in the sexual or pelvic/lumbar region, unexplained weight loss, and abdominal distension. However, these symptoms often appear when the tumor is already advanced, highlighting the importance of early detection.
• Early Diagnosis: Early diagnosis is crucial and can be achieved through the Papanicolau (cytological) exam. Other modern tests like hybrid capture and HPV testing are also mentioned. The Papanicolau exam should ideally start after initiating sexual activity and be performed annually for the first three years, then every two to three years.
• Prevention: The primary prevention strategy is the prevention of HPV infection, as approximately 99% of cervical cancers are linked to it. The HPV vaccine is available in Brazil for both boys and girls starting at age nine, and can be administered up to age 26. For immunocompromised individuals, the vaccine can be given up to age 45. Education about safe sexual practices and condom use is also emphasized.
• Treatment: Treatment depends on the stage of the cancer. For early-stage, localized tumors, surgery is the primary approach, followed by potential radiotherapy or brachytherapy as adjuvant therapy. For larger tumors or those extending into the pelvic region, the standard treatment is chemotherapy combined with radiotherapy. For metastatic cervical cancer, the primary treatment is chemotherapy, which can be combined with modern agents like monoclonal antibodies and immunotherapy.