Gynecological and Oncological Diseases in the Aged
A special issue of Medicina (ISSN 1648-9144). This special issue belongs to the section "Obstetrics and Gynecology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 November 2025 | Viewed by 53
Special Issue Editors
Interests: endometriosis; ovarian neoplasms
Interests: gynecological oncology; gynecological screening; ovarian cancer; endometrial cancer; breast cancer; reproductive medicine
Interests: gynecological oncology; endometrial cancer; reproductive medicine
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Gynecological and oncological diseases in older women are a growing challenge in the 21st century, considering the aging population, delayed diagnosis of diseases, and limited treatment options. Ovarian cancer, endometrial cancer, or cervical cancer are among the most common gynecological cancers, the risk of which increases with age. It is estimated that over 50% of gynecological cancer cases occur in women over 65, and in women over 75, the risk of ovarian cancer is up to four times higher than in younger patients. In addition, gynecological diseases in older women are a significant health problem because they often remain undiagnosed or downplayed. Hormonal changes or comorbidities increase the risk of both benign and malignant diseases of the reproductive system. Therefore, we would like to draw attention to the lack of an interdisciplinary approach to treatment in older women, which would consider both oncological and gynecological needs as well as the general health of the patient.
Prof. Dr. Stefan Sajdak
Guest Editor
Dr. Katarzyna Plagens-Rotman
Dr. Monika Englert-Golon
Guest Editor Assistants
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Keywords
- gynecology
- oncology
- old age
- women
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