Uterine cancer occurs when cells grow uncontrollably in the womb lining, often causing vaginal bleeding and abdominal pain. Endometrial cancer is the most common type. A hysterectomy procedure is the primary treatment for uterine cancer, but other treatments include chemotherapy, radiation therapy, hormone therapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy.
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Uterine Cancer (Endometrial Cancer). Cleveland Clinic. March 21, 2023.
