uterine cancer: References & Edit History

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Article revised and updated. Jan 05, 2026
Added information on associations between increased uterine cancer incidence and increased prevalence of overweight and obesity among women in the early 21st century in the United States. Jan 22, 2019
Invalidated site: Clinically reviewed uterine cancer information for patients. Jan 19, 2018
Clarified information on race as a risk factor for endometrial cancer, updated information on five-year survival rates, and added mention of the type of oral contraceptives associated with a reduced risk of the disease. May 18, 2012
Add new Web site: Merck Manuals - Consumer Version - Cancer of the Uterus. Dec 02, 2011
Added new Web site: MayoClinic.com - Endometrial Cancer. Jan 23, 2009
Added new Web site: How Stuff Works - Healthguide - Endometrial Cancer or Uterine Cancer. Aug 26, 2008
New article added. Feb 10, 2000
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