Gynecologic Cancers
01 — Gynecologic Cancers
Overview
Gynecologic cancers develop in the female reproductive system and can affect organs such as the cervix, ovaries, uterus, vagina and vulva. These cancers are not all the same, and their treatment depends on the site, type and stage of the disease.
Medical oncology plays an important role when systemic treatment is required before or after surgery, or when disease is advanced or recurrent. A detailed assessment helps determine the most appropriate treatment pathway.
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Where it developsThe female reproductive system
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Organs affectedCervix, ovaries, uterus, vagina and vulva
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Careedical oncology before or after surgery, or for advanced or recurrent disease
02 — Breast Cancer
Common Signs & Symptoms
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01Unusual vaginal bleeding or bleeding after menopause
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02Abnormal vaginal discharge
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03Pelvic or abdominal pain or pressure
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04Persistent bloating or changes in abdominal size
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05Changes in urination or bowel habits that persist
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05Unexplained weight loss or ongoing fatigue
These signs do not always mean cancer, but any new or persistent change should be assessed by a doctor.
03 — Gynecologic Cancers
Diagnosis & Staging
Diagnosis depends on the suspected cancer and may involve a physical and pelvic examination, imaging, laboratory tests and tissue biopsy. Pathology is used to confirm the cancer and provide information about its type and characteristics. Further investigations may be recommended to determine the extent of disease and establish its stage. These findings help the oncology team develop an appropriate treatment plan.
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Examination & tests
A physical and pelvic examination, imaging and laboratory tests, depending on the suspected cancer.
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Tissue biopsy
A tissue biopsy may be part of the assessment.
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Pathology
Confirms the cancer and provides information about its type and characteristics.
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Further Investigations
May be recommended to determine the extent of disease and establish its stage.
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Treatment planning
These findings help the oncology team develop an appropriate treatment plan.
04 — Gynecologic Cancers
Treatment Options
Treatment may include surgery, radiation therapy and systemic medical treatment. Depending on the cancer type and stage, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, hormone therapy or immunotherapy may be considered. Different treatments may be used individually or in combination, depending on the clinical situation.
Surgery
May be used depending on the cancer type and stage.
Radiation therapy
May be used individually or in combination with other treatments.
Systemic treatments
- Chemotherapy
- Hormone therapy
- Targeted therapy
- Immunotherapy
When treatments may be given
- Before or after surgery
- For advanced disease
- For recurrent disease
Treatment is planned around the specific diagnosis, stage, overall health and other factors relevant to the individual patient.
05 — Gynecologic Cancers
Dr. Taori’s Approach
Dr. Taori has expertise in gynecologic oncology and has contributed to academic and public cancer education involving gynecologic cancers, including ovarian cancer and cervical cancer awareness. His approach considers the type and extent of the cancer before determining the role of systemic treatment. Where appropriate, he works within a multidisciplinary model involving surgery, radiation oncology, radiology and pathology. This supports coordinated decision-making throughout the patient’s cancer care.
- Considers the type and extent of the cancer first
- Works within a multidisciplinary model where appropriate
- Supports coordinated decision-making throughout care
Explore Other Cancer Types
Learn more about the other cancers Dr. Taori manages.