Outcomes of lynch syndrome endometrial surveillance in the Netherlands

Malcolm Scott; Adam N. Rosenthal

doi:10.1016/j.eclinm.2026.103916

June 1, 2026EClinicalMedicineOpen Access

Outcomes of lynch syndrome endometrial surveillance in the Netherlands

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Key Points

To evaluate the effectiveness of endometrial cancer surveillance in individuals with Lynch syndrome.
Non-randomized design assessing outcomes of endometrial cancer surveillance in Lynch syndrome patients.
Identification of endometrial hyperplasias leading to hysterectomy recommendations.
Focus on prognosis and early detection through surveillance.
Surveillance identified endometrial hyperplasias that justified hysterectomy.
Improved detection may enhance prognosis, though survival conclusions remain uncertain.

Implication

Non-randomized study finds endometrial surveillance may improve detection and prevention of cancer in Lynch syndrome.

Abstract

We commend Elkenboon et al. for their study,1 highlighting that endometrial cancer surveillance in Lynch syndrome may enable earlier detection and improved prognosis. However, due to its non-randomized design, conclusions about survival are uncertain. Surveillance did however identify some endometrial hyperplasias, potentially justifying hysterectomy, and thus preventing cancer development.

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Outcomes of lynch syndrome endometrial surveillance in the Netherlands

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Outcomes of lynch syndrome endometrial surveillance in the Netherlands

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