Carcinoma of the cervix and uterus may be treated by local resection, removal of the uterus (hysterectomy), and adjuvant chemotherapy. The tumor spreads via lymphatics to the internal and common iliac lymph nodes. Many countries have introduced screening programs for cervical cancer where women are regularly called for smear tests. The age of women included in the screening population varies depending on the country.
In the clinic
The recto-uterine pouch