How To Treat Cowden Syndrome

Curettage

Curettage may be necessary for an individual affected by Cowden syndrome as part of their treatment plan. It is a procedure where parts of tissues are removed from the inside of an individual's uterus. Females affected by Cowden syndrome are at a higher risk of developing cancerous lesions in their endometrial tissues and noncancerous polyps in the uterus. The uterus is a hollow organ shaped like a pear where an unborn baby forms and develops. The endometrium is the layer of tissue that lines the inside surface of an individual's uterus. Endometrial cancer refers to a malignancy that develops in the cells of the endometrium. For individuals with lesions that are suspected to be endometrial cancer or uterine polyps that have not penetrated past the uterine lining tissues, curettage can be used to remove the tissue and preserve it for a biopsy. Curettage uses a specialized instrument referred to as a curette that allows for the scraping action on different layers of tissue with good precision.