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Cervical Cancer Care
Types Of Cervical Cancer
World-Class Diagnostics Early Detection
Staging of Cervical Cancer
Our Approach to Treatments
Survivorship & Supportive Care
Multidisciplinary Team-Based Care
Meet Our Doctors
Stories of Healing
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Types Of
Cervical Cancer

Cervical cancer is classified based on where it originates:

This is the most frequent type, making up up to 90% of cases.
It develops from the squamous cells that cover the outer part of the cervix (ectocervix).

This type arises from the mucus-producing glandular cells in the inner part of the cervix (endocervix).
It accounts for about 10% to 20% of cervical cancers.

This is a less common type that has features of both squamous cell carcinoma and adenocarcinoma.

World-Class Diagnostics
& Early Detection

When detected early, cervical cancer is one of the most preventable and treatable cancers. Through HPV DNA testing, Pap smears, and AI-enhanced imaging, Athenaa empowers women with precision diagnostics & screening.

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Diagnostics

At Athenaa, we believe in leaving no question unanswered. Our advanced diagnostics suite includes:

Biopsy
MRI scan for staging
Histopathology
Molecular diagnostics
Immunohistochemistry for tumor subtyping
Tumor marker evaluation where needed

All procedures are performed at Athenaa by specialists in women’s imaging and pathology, ensuring accuracy and patient comfort.

Screening

At Athenaa, we believe that every woman deserves the power of early, accurate detection.

Regular screening: Pap smears and HPV tests can detect early changes before they become cancer.
HPV vaccination: Available for girls and boys, ideally before becoming sexually active. It offers strong protection against the types of HPV that cause most cervical cancers.

Cervical cancer often develops silently, but regular screening gives every woman the power to detect changes early — when prevention and treatment are most effective.

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Staging of Cervical Cancer

Cervical cancer is staged using the FIGO system, which ranges from Stage 0 to Stage IV. The stage indicates the cancer's size and how far it has spread. Overall, the 5-year survival rate is about 67%, but this jumps to 91% for early-stage cervical cancer and drops significantly for metastatic cases.

Stage 0

Carcinoma in situ (abnormal cells on the surface of the cervix)

Stage I

Cancer is confined to the cervix, but is invasive

Stage II

Cancer has spread beyond the cervix, but has not reached the pelvic wall or the lower third of the vagina

Stage III

Cancer has spread to the pelvic wall or the lower third of the vagina

Stage IV

Cancer has spread to distant organs

Our Approach To Treatment

From minimally invasive surgery to targeted and immunotherapies, every treatment plan at Athenaa is designed to be effective, personalized, and deeply compassionate.

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Surgical Oncology

Cancer surgery shouldn’t mean losing a part of yourself. Our specialists use advanced, organ-preserving techniques to remove cancer with precision—protecting both health and a woman’s sense of self:

Trachelectomy for women desiring fertility preservation
Radical hysterectomy (open or laparoscopic) for early invasive disease
Robotic-assisted surgery for enhanced precision and recovery
Pelvic exenteration for recurrent or advanced cervical cancer after radiation, involving removal of affected pelvic organs to eliminate all remaining disease
Lymph node dissection (pelvic or para-aortic) for staging and treatment
Debulking or palliative procedures for symptom relief in advanced cases

Surgical oncology at Apollo Athenaa includes a wide range of gynecological procedures, tailored to the disease stage and patient preferences.

Medical Oncology

At Athenaa, cancer treatment is never one-size-fits-all. Our medical oncology team designs therapies around each woman’s tumor biology and life goals — bringing the best of global breakthroughs into compassionate personalized care.

Precision oncology, including tumor sequencing for personalized care
Chemotherapy (including neoadjuvant and adjuvant regimens)
Targeted therapy and Hormone therapy
Immunotherapy, especially useful if the cancer has a certain marker called PD-L1
Palliative therapy to improve quality of life

Apollo Athenaa’s chemotherapy day-care unit is designed for comfort, privacy, and safe administration under the supervision of experienced medical oncologists.

Radiation Oncology

Radiation therapy is a core component in the treatment of cervical cancer, especially in locally advanced stages. It may be used:

Concurrent chemoradiation: Often combined with chemotherapy when surgery is not an option
Adjuvant radiation: Done following surgery; recommended when high-risk features such as lymph node involvement or positive margins are found
Brachytherapy: Internal radiation placed close to the tumor site for precise dose delivery with minimal exposure to surrounding organs
Palliative radiation: Used to control bleeding, pain, or other symptoms in advanced disease.

Survivorship & Supportive Care
Healing Beyond Treatment

Cancer treatment is only one part of the journey. Survivorship care focuses on helping women recover fully-physically, emotionally, and socially-after cancer. It addresses long-term health, supports emotional well-being, and ensures women regain confidence and quality of life.

At Athenaa, our care does not stop when treatment ends. Survivorship is about restoring health, dignity, and confidence, helping every woman live fully, thrive, and embrace life after cancer.

Onco-Fertility Preservation

Cancer shouldn’t mean giving up the future of motherhood. Our fertility specialists provide timely counselling, egg/embryo preservation, and ovarian shielding options.

Lymphedema Clinic

We offer a comprehensive and personalized lymphedema management program designed to restore function, relieve symptoms, and improve long-term quality of life.

Support Groups &
Onco-Psychology

Emotional resilience is key to recovery. Our support groups and onco-psychology team offer counselling for anxiety, body image, fear of recurrence, and relationship changes.

Nutrition & Lifestyle Counselling

Specialist-led support with personalized care to help manage treatment side effects, maintain strength during therapy, and promote long-term recovery.

Menopausal & Bone Health Support

Cancer treatments, especially chemotherapy and hormonal therapy, can weaken bones and trigger early or sudden menopause. Our experts help women manage these changes.

Palliative Care

Even when cancer cannot be cured, comfort can be protected. Our palliative care team manages physical and emotional distress with dignity-focused support.

Home Care

When hospital visits are difficult, our team brings care home. We offer skilled, compassionate support where women feel safest — at home.

Multidisciplinary Team-Based Care

Excellence is never by chance — it is by design. At Athenaa, every woman’s case is discussed in dedicated tumor boards, strengthened by collaboration with Johns Hopkins experts. This ensures that every decision carries the weight of world-class wisdom and the precision of personalized care.