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I have lynch syndrome. i am now told to have a hysterectomy. so who should do the surgery.? gynological oncologist or gynecologist?
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Either : Removal of uterus, tube and ovaries is an important risk reducing procedure. It is important that your surgeon is familiar with treating patients with hereditary cancer syndromes because how the surgery is done can effect your long term outcome. Also the pathologist needs to know to evaluate for occult cancer. Be sure your surgeon is familiar with treating pt. With genetic cancer risk.
Answered 1/15/2016
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Your gyn is fine: I'm glad you were diagnosed. Your personal gynecologist can handle this since on the evidence you do not have cancer yet. In fact, if you aren't sure that you want the hysterectomy, but were advised that you "should" because of the risk, get the facts and decide for yourself.
Answered 12/3/2013
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