UK doctors develop non-invasive womb cancer test

Summarised from 3 outlets · 4 reports · Updated 23 Sept, 16:03 · Archive

Doctors have developed a simple test using urine and vaginal fluid that could help rule out womb cancer in women experiencing postmenopausal bleeding.

The test has the potential to spare thousands of women from invasive ultrasounds and hysteroscopies. Around 10,200 women are diagnosed with womb cancer in the UK each year. Researchers say the approach could transform care and reduce healthcare costs.

How it is being reported

• This simple test could transform how womb cancer is diagnosedAround 10,200 women are diagnosed with womb cancer in the UK every yearThe Independent · 23 Sept, 10:50
• Simple test could 'transform care' for thousands of women with suspected womb cancerThe test could help rule out womb cancer in women who experience postmenopausal bleeding, researchers saidThe Mirror · 23 Sept, 09:47
• New simple urine and fluid test could transform womb cancer diagnosisAround 10,200 women are diagnosed with womb cancer in the UK every yearThe Independent · 22 Sept, 23:30
• UK doctors develop non-invasive test for womb cancer in women bleeding after menopauseTest using urine and vaginal fluid samples raises hopes thousands of lower-risk women could be spared internal ultrasounds and hysteroscopies Doctors have developed a simple test that could help rule out womb cancer in women who experience bleeding after menopause. The approach has the potential to transform care for thousands of women each year and spare them from invasive and uncomfortable tests that can also be costly for healthcare systems. Continue reading...The Guardian · 22 Sept, 23:30

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