Advances in the Prevention of Cervical Cancer

Cervical cancer is the 2nd most common cancer in women and a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Participants will learn about current strategies in managing pre-invasive and invasive cervical cancer, screening and early detection strategies, and new prevention strategies including HPV vaccines. Learn more.

Cervical Cancer

Cervical cancer is one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality in women worldwide. Persistent infection with oncogenic forms of Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), most frequently contracted through vaginal intercourse, is necessary for the development of cervical cancer and high-grade precursor lesions. HPV is the most prevalent sexually transmitted disease. This session focuses on the epidemiology, etiology, prevention and early detection, diagnosis, staging, and management of both pre-invasive and invasive cervical cancer. Recent advances in surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy are reviewed and nursing management of these patients are highlighted. A cervical cancer survivor presents her story and what it means to live with cervical cancer.

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