Didactics-Vulva Cancer (Portguese)

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In this video, Dr. André Lopes discusses the treatment of cancer of the vulva, specifically focusing on squamous cell carcinoma. He explains that vulvar cancer is considered a rare disease, accounting for about 4% of all female genital tract tumors worldwide. He mentions that the majority of vulvar cancers are of the squamous cell carcinoma type, with about 90% of all cases falling into this category. Dr. Lopes goes on to discuss the etiology and classification of vulvar cancer, highlighting the importance of understanding the different subtypes and individualizing treatment accordingly. He emphasizes the significance of early diagnosis and the role of physical examination and biopsies in confirming suspected vulvar injuries. Dr. Lopes also explains the staging and prognosis of vulvar cancer, discussing the principles and techniques of surgery, including vulvectomy and lymphadenectomy. He emphasizes the importance of obtaining clear margins and highlights the challenges and considerations in closing surgical defects. Dr. Lopes mentions the potential use of sentinel lymph node mapping and discusses the options for adjuvant treatments such as chemotherapy and radiotherapy. He concludes by emphasizing the need for individualized treatment plans based on the specific characteristics and needs of each patient. No credits were mentioned in the video.

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Andre Lopes
July 2022

Keywords

cancer of the vulva

squamous cell carcinoma

vulvar cancer

diagnosis and treatment

surgical techniques