DOI: 10.1097/IGC.0b013e318251d373
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PMID: 22543860
Issn Print: 1048-891X
Publication Date: 2012/05/01
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Excerpt
The topic of fertility presentation for young patients with cervical cancer was addressed extensively in the past decade and the procedures and techniques are quite established.
In this issue of the journal, A. Schneider, et al1 provide us with thorough guidelines for performing the radical trachelectomy for fertility preservation in patients with early stage cervical cancer.
Since women delay childbearing significantly in our era, it is estimated that a quarter of women with cervical cancer will be diagnosed before the age of 39 with about half being suitable for surgical treatment, the potential for fertility preservation then, is quite significant.
Obviously, the two main points of importance are the oncological safety and the reproductive success. It is indeed very important to define the limits of tumor characteristics which allow us to pursue fertility preservation and we should adhere to strict guidelines to avoid potential risk.
In addition, the surgical techniques and selection of patients are also important in achieving the best results.
We encourage you to read the manuscript and provide your opinion and ideas regarding the various aspects of this topic.
Our “Letters to the Editor” section or “International Journal of Gynecological Cancer Forum” are available for the publication of your thoughts.
