¿Qué es el cáncer de vagina?

El cáncer de vagina comienza en las células de la vagina. Este cáncer generalmente ocurre en el revestimiento de la vagina, llamado epitelio. Cuando estas células crecen sin control, pueden convertirse en carcinoma de células escamosas vaginales. Este tipo de cáncer es poco común y tarda varios años en desarrollarse.

Tratamiento del cáncer de vagina

There are various kinds of treatment for vaginal cancer. The Baylor Scott & White Health team is here to help with your decision. Your physician can answer questions you may have about vaginal cancer, symptoms, treatments and side effects.

Your treatment plan will be determined by your care team based on age, medical history, type and stage of vaginal cancer, and personal preferences. Vaginal cancer treatment options may include:

  • Surgery
    • Cirugía laser
    • Excisión local amplia
    • Vaginectomía
    • Histerectomía
    • Linfadenectomía
    • Exenteración pélvica
    • Quimioterapia
    • Terapia de radiación
    • El manejo del dolor
    • Ensayos clínicos (when appropriate)

Centros especializados en el tratamiento del cáncer de vagina

Baylor Scott y White Charles A. Sammons Cancer Center - Dallas

The Gynecological Cancer Program at Baylor Scott & White Charles A. Sammons Cancer Center – Dallas has a team of experts committed to excellence in the research, prevention, early detection and treatment of patients with gynecologic cancers, including vaginal cancer.

Baylor Scott & White - Hospital de mujeres Andrews de Fort Worth

The Gynecological Cancer Program at Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center – Fort Worth's Andrews Women's Hospital provides a gynecological cancer nurse navigator who compassionately guides each woman through her cancer journey.

Baylor Scott & White Vasicek Cancer Treatment Center - Templo

Baylor Scott & White Vasicek Cancer Treatment Center - Templo, located in Temple, Texas, offers an integrated care team for the treatment of gynecologic cancers, including vaginal cancer.