Skip to main content Accessibility help

We use cookies to distinguish you from other users and to provide you with a better experience on our websites. Close this message to accept cookies or find out how to manage your cookie settings.

Close cookie message
×
  1. Home
  2. Search

Refine search

Refine search

Access:
Content type:
Publication date:
Apply   From and To filters
Subject: Show more
Journals Show more
Publishers: Show more
Societies Show more
Series: Show more
Collections: Show more

Actions for selected content:

Select all | Deselect all
  • View selected items
  • Export citations
  • Download PDF (zip)
  • Save to Kindle
  • Save to Dropbox
  • Save to Google Drive

Save Search

You can save your searches here and later view and run them again in "My saved searches".

Please provide a title, maximum of 40 characters.
Cancel
×

1 results

  • Chapter 12 - Anal and Colorectal Cancer

  • Edited by Laurie J. Mckenzie, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Denise R. Nebgen, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston
  • Book:
    Caring for the Female Cancer Patient
    Published online:
    23 October 2024
    Print publication:
    17 October 2024, pp 200-214

  • Summary

    Improvements in multimodality treatment of anal and colorectal cancer has led to increased numbers of women survivors who experience gynecologic problems in long-term survivorship. The etiology of gynecologic problems after anal and colorectal cancer treatment is complex and multifactorial. Pelvic radiation, surgery and chemotherapy can all cause anatomic, hormonal and psychological changes. Consideration of preventative measures can ideally reduce the risk of vaginal stenosis, dyspareunia, sexual dysfunction, infertility, premature menopause and pelvic pain after therapy. Proactive screening and appropriate treatment of cancer therapy late effects can improve patients’ quality of life during survivorship.