Genetics of endometrial cancer

The endometrium is the inner layer, or lining, of the uterus. This is where endometrial cancer starts. It is sometimes called uterine cancer. It can cause abnormal bleeding. This prompts most women to go to the doctor. Because they do, we often detect endometrial early. Removing the uterus often cures this cancer. Scientists know changes in certain genes may increase your risk for this type of cancer. Researchers at Vanderbilt will use BioVU to look for new links between gene changes and this cancer. They will also check other risk factors for endometrial cancer. They will add their results to a larger cancer database. The more data that is included, the more information we can learn. Their results may help may help doctors predict who is at risk for this cancer. It may also lead to new ways to treat endometrial cancer.