You have 0 free disease views remaining today. Register for more view, it is 100% free →
cervical squamous cell carcinoma
Description
Signs and Symptoms
Diagnostic Tests
Treatment
Treatment Options for Cervical Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Cervical squamous cell carcinoma, a type of cancer that affects the cervix, can be treated with various drug therapies. The choice of treatment depends on several factors, including the stage and location of the cancer, as well as the patient's overall health.
Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy is a common treatment option for cervical squamous cell carcinoma. It involves using medications to kill cancer cells. According to [2], many different chemotherapy drugs are used as palliative therapy for recurrent cervical cancer, including cisplatin and carboplatin.
- Cisplatin: This is the agent most commonly used in chemotherapy for cervical squamous cell carcinoma [5].
- Carboplatin: Another chemotherapy drug that may be used to treat cervical squamous cell carcinoma [2].
Targeted Therapy
Targeted therapy is a type of treatment that uses medications to specifically target cancer cells. According to [3], targeted drug therapy is the use of medicines directed at proteins on cervical cancer cells that help them grow, spread, or live longer.
- Bevacizumab: This medication has been shown to be effective when added to cytotoxic chemotherapy for recurrent and metastatic cervical cancer [4].
Other Treatment Options
In addition to chemotherapy and targeted therapy, other treatment options may include:
- Radiation therapy
- Surgery
- Immunotherapy
It's essential to note that the most appropriate treatment plan will depend on individual factors, such as the stage and location of the cancer, as well as the patient's overall health. Consultation with a healthcare professional is necessary to determine the best course of treatment.
References:
[2] Many different chemotherapy drugs are used as palliative therapy for recurrent cervical cancer, including cisplatin, carboplatin ...
[3] Targeted drug therapy is the use of medicines directed at proteins on cervical cancer cells that help them grow, spread, or live longer.
[4] Addition of bevacizumab to cytotoxic chemotherapy has been the only notable recent advance in the treatment of recurrent and metastatic cervical cancer.
[5] Cisplatin is the agent used most commonly, although 5-fluorouracil also is used frequently.
Differential Diagnosis
Additional Information
- oboInOwl#hasOBONamespace
- disease_ontology
- oboInOwl#id
- DOID:3744
- core#notation
- DOID:3744
- oboInOwl#hasDbXref
- UMLS_CUI:C0279671
- IAO_0000115
- A cervix carcinoma that has_material_basis_in squamous cells of the cervix.
- rdf-schema#label
- cervical squamous cell carcinoma
- oboInOwl#hasExactSynonym
- squamous cell carcinoma of the Cervix Uteri
- oboInOwl#inSubset
- http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/doid#NCIthesaurus
- rdf-schema#subClassOf
- http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/DOID_8409
- RO_0001000
- http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/CL_0000076
- RO_0004026
- http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/UBERON_0000002
- 22-rdf-syntax-ns#type
- http://www.w3.org/2002/07/owl#Class
- rdf-schema#domain
- https://w3id.org/def/predibionto#has_symptom_10508
- owl#annotatedSource
- t427751
Medical Disclaimer: The information provided on this website is for general informational and educational purposes only.
It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with questions about your medical condition.