Cervical cancer affects the cells in the cervix – the lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina – and is primarily caused by the human papilloma virus (HPV), transmitted via sexual contact.



 

 ## Departments and Programs Who Treat This Condition

  department###  [Gynecologic Cancer Program](/departments/cancer-center/gynecologic-cancer-program) 

 A program within the Cancer Center providing diagnosis and treatment for gynecologic cancers, including cervical, ovarian, uterine, vaginal, endometrial, and fallopian tube cancer… 

 

 

  department###  [Women’s Health Group](/departments/adult-primary-care/womens-health-group) 

 A program within Adult Primary Care providing women’s services and female healthcare, including routine exams, reproductive care, preventive screenings, menopause support, and wel… 

 

 

  department###  [Radiation Oncology](/departments/radiation-oncology) 

 An oncology department using advanced radiation therapy to treat cancer, with personalized planning and care to target tumors while protecting surrounding healthy tissue.