Fallopian tube cancer
Fallopian Tube Cancer
Fallopian tube cancer (pronounced: fuh-LOH-pee-un toob KAN-ser) is a rare type of gynecologic cancer that originates in the fallopian tubes, which serve as a pathway for the ovum from the ovary to the uterus.
Etymology
The term "Fallopian" is derived from the name of the 16th-century Italian anatomist Gabriele Falloppio, who is credited with the discovery of the tubes. The term "cancer" comes from the Latin cancer meaning "crab", due to the crab-like spread of the disease in the body.
Symptoms
Symptoms of fallopian tube cancer can include abnormal vaginal bleeding, pelvic pain, and a pelvic mass. However, these symptoms are not specific to fallopian tube cancer and can be caused by other conditions.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of fallopian tube cancer typically involves a combination of pelvic examination, ultrasound, and biopsy. If cancer is suspected, a laparotomy or laparoscopy may be performed to confirm the diagnosis and determine the extent of the disease.
Treatment
Treatment for fallopian tube cancer usually involves surgery to remove the cancer, often followed by chemotherapy. The specific treatment plan will depend on the stage of the cancer, the patient's overall health, and their personal preferences.
Prognosis
The prognosis for fallopian tube cancer depends on several factors, including the stage of the disease at diagnosis, the patient's overall health, and the effectiveness of treatment. Early detection and treatment can improve the prognosis.
Related Terms
- Gynecologic oncology: The branch of medicine that deals with the study and treatment of gynecologic cancers.
- Ovarian cancer: A type of cancer that begins in the ovaries.
- Endometrial cancer: A type of cancer that begins in the lining of the uterus.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Fallopian tube cancer
- Wikipedia's article - Fallopian tube cancer
This WikiMD dictionary article is a stub. You can help make it a full article.
Languages: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
Urdu,
বাংলা,
తెలుగు,
தமிழ்,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
русский,
português do Brasil,
Italian,
polski