Korean J Obstet Gynecol.  2007 Mar;50(3):545-549.

A successful twin pregnancy after conservative therapy of endometrial cancer

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  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Ilsin Christian Hospital, Busan, Korea. clare1220@hanmail.net
  • 2Department of Pathology, Ilsin Christian Hospital, Busan, Korea.

Abstract

Endometrial cancer is increasing in South Korea. In young women, endometrial cancer can be treated by progestins for preserving fertility. We experienced a successful case of twin pregnancy after conservative therapy of endometrial cancer with Megestrol acetate. Ovulation induction and intrauterine insemination was done. A brief review of related literature was done.

Keyword

Endometrial cancer; Conservative therapy; Pregnancy; Megestrol acetate

MeSH Terms

Endometrial Neoplasms*
Female
Fertility
Humans
Insemination
Korea
Megestrol Acetate
Ovulation Induction
Pregnancy
Pregnancy, Twin*
Progestins
Twins*
Megestrol Acetate
Progestins
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