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Treatment Of Precancerous Vaginal Lesions
Vaginal Intraepithelial Neoplasia (VAIN) Vaginal Intraepithelial Neoplasia (VAIN) is a precancerous lesion that begins in the squamous epithelium (outer lining) of the vagina. Abnormal development of the epithelium) then begins to rise as a mild stage (Low-grade squamous intraepithelial lesion – LSIL) and then if not treated it becomes moderate and then severe displaying high-grade…
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Overcoming lichen sclerosis conditions Associated With Genital Cancers
This is a sensitive topic and is presented for medical educational purposes for the general public to be aware of the cancers that can affect different parts of the human body – even the sensitive ones. Understandably, some people may be uncomfortable for cultural reasons, but this is one of the reasons why cancer incidence…
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Treatment For Specific Types Of Vaginal Cancer
Below summarizes the main points for the treatments in accordance to the European Society of Gynaecological Oncology (ESGO), European Society for Radiotherapy and Oncology (ESTRO) and the European Society of Paediatric Oncology (SIOPe) 2023 guidelines. A 2025 update of Vaginal cancer has been provided by experts from the following reference: Adams, T.S., Maluleke, J.C. and…
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Radiotherapy And Vaginal Cancer
Give an example of a common chemoradiotherapy method used to treat vaginal cancer? According to the guidelines, Brachytherapy with a platinum-based chemotherapy is performed but does not exceed 7 to 8 weeks. “45 to 46 Gy (1.8 to 2.0 Gy per fraction) and single- agent radiosensitizing chemotherapy, preferably cisplatin (weekly 40 mg/m²)” Other options are…
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The Use Of VMAT In The Treatment Of Vulval And Vaginal Cancers
The most common gynaecological malignancies that are often treated with radiation therapy are cervical and endometrial cancers. In contrast, surgical wide local excision sparing the normal tissue is required in the treatment of vulval and vaginal cancers. Thereafter, post-operative external beam radiation therapy is required for the vulval and vaginal tumours that are recurrent and…
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Preparation For Ramadan
A Few Months Before The Month Of Ramadan… Our mission is to remind and revive ourselves and the Ummah in general on the blessed opportunity to prepare for the blessed month of Ramadan. Ibn Rajab reported: Ma’la ibn al-Fadl, (may Allah have mercy on him) said “The companions would supplicate to Allah for six months…
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The Virtues Of Jamada Al Awwal
We are a few months away from the blessed month of Ramadan, one of Islam’s five pillars. A time to draw closer to Allah (The Most High) and excel in good deeds. The consciousness and duty of fasting this month not only allow us to comprehend how many people across the world are tested by…
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Follow-Up For Patients With Vulval Cancer
Below summarizes the main points for all treatments in accordance to British Gynaecological Cancer Society (BGCS) vulval cancer guidelines: An update on recommendations for practice 2023. Please read the guidelines attached for further details. Patients With Specific Types Of Vulval Cancer – What Are The Key Things To Search For Other Than General Gynaecological Symptoms?…
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What Happens If Vulval Cancer Comes Back?
Below summaries the main points for all treatments in accordance to British Gynaecological Cancer Society (BGCS) vulval cancer guidelines: An update on recommendations for practice 2023. Please read the guidelines attached for further details. Suggested One: Additional Surgery Suggested Two: Radiotherapy What is Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy? – SLUCare Radiation Oncology Option Three: Chemotherapy Neoadjuvant…
