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Normal nutrition
Dietary nutrients required for good health include water, protein, fat, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals. Energy is required for normal body function, growth, and repair. Protein is necessary for growth and development and to maintain body structures and function. Protein is…
Suggested recommendations for routine cancer screening
Cervical cancer Cervical cancer screening should begin at age 25 (2020 American Cancer Society Cervical Cancer Screening Guidelines). Primary human papillomavirus (HPV) testing every 5 years through age 65 is preferred. If primary HPV testing is not available, individuals aged…
Blood component therapy
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Modified from common terminology criteria for adverse events (Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events)
(version 5.0) U.S. Department of Health and Human Services National Institutes of Health, National Cancer Institute Published November 27, 2017 For the complete table containing common terminology criteria for adverse events, go to expertconsult.com . Access your account with the…
Staging
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Basic principles in gynecologic radiotherapy
Key points 1. Radiation therapy is used for the treatment of primary and metastatic gynecologic malignancies. 2. Radiation therapy depends on the differential susceptibility of tumors to irradiation compared with normal tissues, and research attempts to maximize the therapeutic ratio…
Epidemiology of commonly used statistical terms, and analysis of clinical studies
Key points 1. Epidemiology is the study of distribution of disease and factors that determine disease occurrence in populations. 2. As much as possible, medical decisions should be based on quality evidence. The best evidence is a properly designed randomized…
Role of minimally invasive surgery in gynecologic malignancies
Key points 1. Minimally invasive surgery (MIS) is practiced by more than 90% of gynecologic oncologists. 2. Knowledge of anatomy, the disease process, and surgical technique is key during these complicated surgical procedures. 3. Several studies have shown that 10…
Palliative care and quality of life
Key points 1. Palliative care is interdisciplinary care that seeks to prevent, relieve, or reduce the symptoms of a disease without affecting a cure. 2. Certain treatments may not result in improved survival but may result in decreased symptoms. Clinical…