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Rohail Syed1, Ramesh Boggula1, Harriett S Jaenisch1
1Department of Oncology, Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit, USA.
Cureus
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Summary
Severe obesity complicates endometrial cancer treatment, limiting options like surgery. This case report details successful radiation therapy for a patient ineligible for standard treatments, achieving disease remission.
Area of Science:
- Gynecologic Oncology
- Radiation Oncology
- Obesity Medicine
Background:
- Severe obesity (Body Mass Index > 40) is a significant comorbidity in endometrial cancer.
- Obesity can restrict treatment choices, including surgery and brachytherapy, for endometrial cancer patients.
- Alternative therapeutic strategies are crucial for managing endometrial cancer in severely obese individuals.
