recurrent endometrial cancer

Last reviewed 01/2018

  • generally recurrence of endometrial cancer presents 2-3 years after initial treatment
  • common sites for recurrence include:
    • bone
    • lung
    • lymph nodes - inguinal, supraclavicular
    • liver
    • pelvis - in patients not previously irradiated
    • peritoneal cavity
    • vagina

  • treatment options include:
    • exenterative surgery, medroxyprogesterone, radiotherapy
    • cytoxic chemotherapy may also be useful