Finding uterine cancer early

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When uterine cancer is found and treated early, the chances of successful treatment are better. Get regular health checkups and see your doctor if you have any symptoms or are worried about your health.

If you have a higher than average risk due to a genetic condition or precancerous condition, you may need to visit your doctor more often to check for uterine cancer. Talk to your doctor about tests that can help find uterine cancer early, including the following:

  • a biopsy of the inner lining of the uterus (called the endometrium)
  • a transvaginal ultrasound

Expert review and references

  • Alektiar KM, Abu-Rustum NR, Makker V, et al. Cancer of the uterine body. Devita VT, Lawrence TS, Rosenberg SA, eds. DeVita Hellman and Rosenberg's Cancer: Principles and Practice of Oncology. 12th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer; 2023: Kindle version, chapter 50, https://read.amazon.ca/?asin=B0BG3DPT4Q&language=en-CA.
  • Hacker NF, Friedlander ML. Uterine cancer. Berek J, Hacker NF. Berek and Hacker's Gynecologic Oncology. 7th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer; 2021: 10:371–420.
  • Gockley A. Endometrial cancer: special conditions. Chi D, Berchuck A, Dizon DS, Yashar CM. Principles and Practice of Gynecologic Oncology. 8th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2025: 5.8:181–182.

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