Overview
Stage 1 Endometrial Cancer is a cancer that forms in the tissue lining of the uterus. The uterus is the small, hollow, pear-shaped organ in a woman’s pelvis in which a fetus develops.
Understanding your Stage 1 Endometrial Cancer diagnosis will help you partner with your doctors to make the best treatment choice for you. Tap “Listen Now” for an easy-to-understand audio overview of Stage 1 Endometrial Cancer.
- Stage 1A Endometrial Cancer
- Stage 1B Endometrial
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Stage 1A Endometrial cancer diagnosis means that the cancer has been found only in the mucus membrane lining of your uterus, called the Endometrium, or the cancer is less that half way through the Myometrium as shown at the top of the image.
The Endometrium is the part of the uterus that thickens during your menstrual cycle to prepare for the potential arrival of an embryo. The Myometrium is muscle layer of the uterus.
What Tests Will I Need and Why?
Blood and Imaging tests are done to understand your general health, confirm your diagnosis and determine your cancer stage.
Tissue analysis is also typically done through a biopsy to identify the cancer cell type, which is critical to finding the best treatment option for you.
If your treatment team has not already performed tests to determine your cancer’s features, please ask your doctor when these tests will be performed.
Re-read this summary as needed and then tap, “Compare My Treatment Options Now“. Our unique Comparison Page will help you understand your FDA-approved treatment options including, who can help you pay for your treatment, where and how each is given and what side-effects you may experience.
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Stage 1B Endometrial Cancer diagnosis means that the cancer has spread halfway or more into the Myometrium, the muscle layer of your uterus as indicated in this image by the larger blue tumor.
What Tests Will I Need and Why?
Blood and Imaging tests are done to understand your general health, confirm your diagnosis and determine your cancer stage.
Tissue analysis is also typically done through a biopsy to identify the cancer cell type, which is critical to finding the best treatment option for you.
If your treatment team has not already performed tests to determine your cancer’s features, please ask your doctor when these tests will be performed.
Re-read this summary as needed and then tap, “Compare My Treatment Options Now“. Our unique Comparison Page will help you understand your FDA-approved treatment options including, who can help you pay for your treatment, where and how each is given and what side-effects you may experience.
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Stage 1 Endometrial Cancer Prevention
To help prevent Stage 1 endometrial cancer, you can:
• Maintain a Healthy Weight: Obesity is a key risk factor, so keeping a healthy weight can reduce risk.
• Manage Diabetes: Effectively control diabetes, as it is linked to higher endometrial cancer risk.
• Use Birth Control Pills: Oral contraceptives may lower the risk of endometrial cancer.
• Discuss Hormone Therapy: If using hormone replacement therapy, consult your doctor to understand the risks and benefits.
Regular gynecological check-ups can also assist in early detection and management.
Source: PubMed.gov
Stage 1 Endometrial Cancer Definition
Stage 1 endometrial cancer is defined as cancer that is confined to the endometrium (the lining of the uterus) and/or has invaded the uterine wall. This stage is further divided into two sub-stages:
• Stage 1A: The cancer is found only in the endometrium or has invaded the inner half of the myometrium (the muscular layer of the uterus).
• Stage 1B: The cancer has invaded the outer half of the myometrium but is still confined to the uterus.
At this stage, the cancer has not spread beyond the uterus.
Source: Cancer.org
Stage 1 Endometrial Cancer Treatment
The standard treatment for stage 1 endometrial cancer is a total abdominal hysterectomy (removal of the uterus) and bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy (removal of the fallopian tubes and ovaries) with or without removal of the pelvic and para-aortic lymph nodes.
Source: Texasoncology.com
Stage 1 Endometrial Cancer Survival Rate
According to SEER data, Stage 1 Endometrial Cancer has a survival rate of 94.9%. For example, if the 5-year relative survival rate for a specific stage of endometrial cancer is 94.9%, it means that patients who have that cancer are, on average, about 94.9% as likely as patients who don’t have that cancer to live for at least 5 years after being diagnosed.
Source: Cancer.gov
Stage 1 Endometrial Cancer Symptoms
One of the most common symptoms of endometrial cancer is abnormal vaginal bleeding. This can include:
- changes in the length or heaviness of menstrual periods
- vaginal bleeding or spotting between menstrual periods
- vaginal bleeding after menopause
- pelvic pain
Source: Cancer.org
Stage 1 Endometrial Cancer Recurrence Rate
The overall prognosis for stage 1 endometrial cancer shows an excellent outcome of 94.9% for the 5-year survival rate, but 5-10% of the patients still experience recurrence.
Source: PubMed.gov
