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Definition of vulvar cancer: Cancer of the vulva (the external female genital organs, including the clitoris, vaginal lips, and the opening to the vagina).

Estimated new cases and deaths from vulvar cancer in the United States in 2008:


New cases: 3,460
Deaths: 870
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