Gynecologic Oncology
Specifically developed for the care and treatment of oncological pathologies related to the female reproductive system.
Prevention and care for women
In an exclusive manner, the gynecologic oncologist coordinates, together with a multidisciplinary team, the necessary actions for the treatment of neoplasias, which are identified in the uterus, ovary or other structures that make up the female reproductive system.
Many patients come to the gynecologic oncology service in Panama after undergoing surgery for a tumor in these tissues.
Complementary treatments and the most exhaustive controls are part of the routine that we carry out in this department.




Cancer
Gynecologic oncology deals with the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, as well as the control of other types of tumors (benign).

Other pathologies
Patients with endometriosis, pelvic tumors or fibroids; find in our service a specialized care with a preventive approach.

The Specialist
It determines the pathology present, monitors its evolution, establishes the treatment plan and channels the opportune intervention of other specialists.
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Frequently Asked Questions
In particular, gynecologic oncology, as we have already mentioned, is dedicated to the care of women who have developed tumors in any of the organs that make up their reproductive system. That is why, from diagnosis and throughout the development of the disease, this specialist focuses on identifying the best treatment alternatives for them (including those involving surgical intervention); maintaining a constant search for their well-being. The following are the types of cancer that a gynecologic-oncologist treats:
Cervical cancer.
This type of cancer develops from mutation of the cells that make up the lower part of the uterus (cervix).
Although it does not usually manifest symptoms in its initial stage, as it evolves it can produce pelvic pain and bleeding or discomfort during sexual intercourse. Before it manifests itself, this type of cancer has been linked to patients who carry the human papillomavirus (HPV), which is why special attention should be paid and routine testing should be performed from an early age.
Endometrial cancer
Endometrial cancer, or uterine cancer, appears most frequently during menopause right in the membrane that lines the uterus (endometrium); and although there are other types of uterine cancer, this is undoubtedly the most common.
However, thanks to the abnormal bleeding it produces, it is possible to detect it in early stages, allowing it to be treated and removed in time to achieve a complete cure. Although it is considered a fairly common type of gynecological cancer, breast and colorectal cancer are even more frequent in women.
Ovarian cancer
Another variant treated by gynecologic oncology is ovarian cancer, whose complex detection often makes early diagnosis difficult.
Although it appears as a matter of course in the ovary, it is possible to distinguish 3 variants; epithelial tumors being the most common (they appear in the thin layer covering the ovary).
Similarly, the other 2 types (stromal and germ cell tumors) are much less frequent, but can also be detected more easily in the early stages of the disease.
In addition to all this, women who have not had children or have had children after the age of 35 have an important risk factor for this type of neoplasm.
Vulvar cancer
The vulva is the entire area of skin consisting of the labia and clitoris, bordering the vagina and urethra.
The manifestation of cancer in this area is similar to a cutaneous outbreak or ulcer; surgical intervention is generally required to remove the affected area. That is why, in the face of this type of cancer, early detection offers better probabilities of intervention and evolution.
Finally, epidermoid vulvar carcinoma and vulvar melanoma stand out as the most common types within this classification.
Vaginal cancer
In particular, it is one of the rarest cancers of the female reproductive system and, as in other cases, it can go undetected for some time because it does not present symptoms until late in the disease.
Thus, in view of this reality, the best way to prevent it is by monitoring some known risk factors, including age, sexual promiscuity, smoking or HIV / HPV infection.
Evidently, we focus on offering the most innovative treatments through our gynecologic oncology service in Panama; applying precise techniques and state-of-the-art technology for the benefit of all our patients.
As a result, each woman receives all the professional advice she needs to treat her disease, with the constant updating of our staff and permanent interaction with foundations and other specialized institutions.
Undoubtedly, our greatest interest is to achieve a favorable evolution that will allow him to overcome the cancer; this being the central motive that drives us to remain attentive to the different investigations in progress.
However, we work to apply the current treatment schemes, among which you can identify the following:
Radiation and chemotherapy
The application of these treatments, which can be called traditional, is controlled by the specialist, keeping a record of the patient's evolution as he/she completes his/her cycles.
Likewise, each one can be administered independently or together and applied before, during or after surgery; according to the patient's need and the consideration of your treating physician.
Radioterapia interna o Braquiterapia
It consists of placing a radioactive implant in an internal cavity (for example, the uterus), so that it attacks cancer cells continuously and directly.
In this way, the therapy destroys as much cancer as possible; while preserving intact the healthy cells that still exist in the diseased organ or tissue.
Intraoperative radiotherapy
Basically, it refers to the application of radiation directly to the tumor, which is performed during surgery, in a controlled manner and at a high dose.
Intraperitoneal chemotherapy
This type of chemotherapy offers better results than intravenous chemotherapy in cases, for example, of ovarian cancer. During this treatment scheme, the application is performed directly into the patient's abdomen.
Conventional surgery
As soon as the stage of the cancer, its location and other details are known, it is possible to intervene for curative or palliative purposes.
For this reason, the specialist schedules the surgical intervention, the main objective of which will be to remove the tumor or part of it.
Laparoscopic surgery
On the other hand, the use of minimally invasive techniques offers a much faster and less traumatic recovery for the patient, since it does not involve cutting of tissues, as occurs, for example, when performing a traditional hysterectomy.
In addition, other techniques such as endoscopic surgery, laser and even robotic surgery provide new treatment options that the specialist can use at his discretion depending on the type of cancer, its location, how advanced it is and the patient's general health conditions.
Although there is the possibility of reducing and even completely eradicating some risk factors that affect the appearance of different types of cancer, there is a percentage of cases that simply develop without an apparent cause.
However, the main recommendations in the case of women are the following:.
- Maintain a healthy weight.
- Practice some physical activity on a regular basis.
- Initiating sexual activity in adulthood.
- Avoid sexual promiscuity.
- Avoid sexually transmitted infections (HPV is a high risk).
- No smoking.