Gynaecology & Obs » Tumours

Vulval Cancer

Over 95% of Vulval cancer arises from the squamous epithelium; the remainder is mostly melanomas. The cause of squamous cancer of the vulva is unknown but there is a weak association with human papilloma virus (HPV). The most important feature about vulval cancers is the premalignant phase. Vulval cancers are staged by a combination of examination and surgery. The TNM staging system is used. Vulval cancers are usually treated by surgery with a radical excision of the cancer and removal of the regional lymph nodes.

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