Surgery

Understanding surgery
Cancer Council Australia (AUS, 2023)
This 68-page booklet answers a lot of basic questions about surgery for cancer. Includes decision making, types of surgery, planning and preparation, processes on the day, recovery and a handy list of questions to ask your team.
  (booklet available as PDF or hard copy.)

Surgery
Cancer Survivor Guide (AUS, 2018)
Episode 2 of this podcast discusses how surgeons decide when to operate, how techniques have changed and improved over time, and what to expect when you meet your surgeon.
 (podcast)

Vulvar cancer
Cancer Council Victoria (AUS, 2023)
This page explains symptoms, diagnosis, staging and treatment of vaginal cancer.
(web)

Understanding vulvar cancer
Cancer Council Australia (AUS, 2023)
This booklet clearly explains vulvar cancer, including anatomy, diagnosis, treatment and side effects. There is also a handy glossary, question checklist and information on seeking support.
(8-page fact sheet PDF)

Vulval cancer – treatment options
Cancer Australia (AUS)
This section of the Cancer Australia website provides information on vulval cancer treatment. Use the links at the top of the page to find more information.
 (web)