Fact Sheets

Cervical Cancer
Cervical cancer is a type of cancer that starts in cells in the cervix, the lower part of the uterus.
Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer Syndrome (HBOC)
Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer Syndrome (HBOC) refers to cancers of the breast and ovaries caused by genetic mutations. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
Abnormal uterine bleeding—or menstrual bleeding that is unpredictable in timing, amount or duration—is a common problem among women. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Uterine Fibroid Embolization
Uterine fibroid embolization is a minimally invasive procedure used to block blood flow to fibroid tumors, causing them to shrink. Learn about this procedure.
Myomectomy
A surgical procedure to remove fibroids from uterine muscle tissue.
Fibroids (Uterine Myoma)
Uterine fibroids are benign (non-cancerous) growths that may cause pelvic pain, swelling, discomfort during sex, bleeding and other problems.
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Minimally invasive surgery is a type of surgery that involves smaller incisions and shorter recovery time. Learn more about these procedures.
Gynecologic Cancers
All women are at risk for developing gynecologic cancers, and the chances increase with age. Know the warning signs as early treatment is most effective.
Colposcopy
A colposcopy is a procedure to detect precancerous conditions and cancer of the cervix. Learn more about this procedure.
Uterine Sarcoma
Uterine is a rare cancer that develops in the muscle or connective tissue of the uterus.