If when a biopsy and D&C are carried out, and if cancer is identified, does the surgeon attempt to remove the cancer (not Polyps) at the time of the procedure? Also, does having a D&C at this stage stop any spotting as I seem to have dried up.
Hello I’m not a medic so can’t say for sure but I’d have thought not. My understanding is that cancer in the womb would usually be removed in a hysterectomy unless you are young and doctors wish to help preserve the lady’s fertility. Polyps are often removed for testing during hysteroscopy/biopsy procedures. I think a d&c can be used to treat heavy bleeding but as I understand it, it wouldn’t be used to remove cancer. You could ring the Macmillan helpline (number on the home page) and ask to speak to a nurse for more info, or perhaps ask your GP tomorrow. Hope you’re ok x
I'm not a medic, either, but agree with Fairycake. I've had a D & C after a miscarriage to make sure there was nothing left in there. I'd have thought if cancer was in there it would mean a bigger operation to make sure they got all the disease out. ie hysterectomy. The d&c would only remove the lining, but could well have stopped the spotting. XXXXX
Not a medic, either, but my experience 12 months ago would suggest not - it was a gynaecologist who performed the biopsy, but I was then referred to an oncologist who performed my hysterectomy to remove the tumour.(Successfully, I am delighted to report!)
