Gynecologic Cancer

Endometrial cancer associated with polycystic ovary syndrome

Dr. Kristina Butler, a Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center gynecologic oncologist, explains how PCOS increases the risk of endometrial cancer.

Gynecologic cancers: 4 affirmations to help you advocate for yourself

Dr. Kristina Butler explains how to advocate for yourself and why doing so is a critical part of gynecologic cancer care.

A closer look at ovarian cancer screening

Dr. Brad Nitzsche explains why there isn't a universal screening program for ovarian cancer and the symptoms to watch for.

Health disparities in gynecologic cancers

Dr. Kristina Butler discusses health disparities in cancers of the ovaries, uterus, cervix, vulva and vagina and makes recommendations for prevention.

Protecting yourself against HPV

Dr. Erica Berven discusses HPV infection, its connection to cancer and tips for preventing both with the HPV vaccine.

Protecting kids from cancer with HPV vaccine

Dr. Kim Barbel Johnson explains why the HPV vaccine should be part of a routine vaccination schedule for all children.

Dangers of late cervical cancer diagnosis in women of color

Dr. Cardenas-Trowers explains the barriers women of color must overcome to ensure they receive screening for cervical cancer.

Mayo Clinic researchers link ovarian cancer to bacteria colonization in microbiome

The discovery strengthens evidence that the microbiome is an important indicator for early detection of ovarian cancer.

Dear Mayo Clinic: Cervical cancer and HPV screening

Dr. Tri Dinh explains why both the HPV test and the Pap test are important screening tools for cervical cancer.

New chemotherapy approach for late-stage cancers

Dr. Travis Grotz explains how hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy works and how it can help patients with certain late-stage cancers.