Fertility-Saving Cancer Surgeries
Fertility Preserving Cancer Surgeries Istanbul
Fertility-sparing cancer surgeriesare surgical approaches that aim to preserve fertility while treating gynecologic cancer in women. Especially for women diagnosed with cancer at a young age and who want to have children in the future, these surgeries are critical in terms of preserving both quality of life and reproductive potential.
Today, many Istanbul gynecology oncology clinic, if the type and stage of cancer are appropriate, treatment is possible with preservation of fertility-related organs such as the uterus and ovaries.
Why Fertility Preserving Cancer Surgeries are Preferred?
Among women of reproductive age uterine cancer, cervical cancer and ovarian cancer gynecologic cancers can occur. Standard treatment procedures usually involve removal of the uterus and ovaries. However, in appropriate patients, planned surgeries can be performed to preserve fertility.
This specialized approach, in combination with cancer treatment, ensures that the woman has the best chance of a healthy pregnancy in the future. Many cases where these treatments have been used successfully, Gynecologist Oncologist Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sema Karakaş by the Turkish Ministry of Environment and Urbanization and presented at international congresses.
Can Fertility be Preserved in Gynecologic Cancers?
Yes, especially early stage patients can receive effective cancer treatment and preserve fertility at the same time. This should be assessed taking into account the type, size and stage of the tumor and the individual characteristics of the patient.
Fertility Preserving Treatment for Uterine Cancer
Stage 1A, low grade (Grade 1 or 2) endometrial cancer olan kadınlarda, histeroskopik yöntemle tümör çıkarılarak ardından yüksek doz progesteron tedavisi (Mirena veya oral gestagen) uygulanabilir. Bu yaklaşım, %80–90 oranında tedavi başarısı sunarken, hastaların %50’si sağlıklı doğum yapabilmektedir.
Fertility Preserving Treatment for Cervical Cancer
HPV-induced cervical cancer It is common in the young age group. In appropriate patients;
- Conization (for Stage 1A1)
- Trachelectomy (for ≤4 cm tumors, with nerve-sparing techniques)
fertility-sparing surgeries may be preferred. In these applications sentinel lymph node biopsy and oncologic safety is ensured by further pathologic examinations.
Fertility Preserving Treatment for Ovarian Cancer
If the tumor is limited to one ovary, the other ovary and uterus can be preserved. Lymph nodes, omentum and peritoneum are sampled to evaluate the spread. In appropriate patients, fertility is preserved and complete treatment is achieved without the need for additional treatment.
Which techniques are used?
Fertility-sparing cancer surgeriesDepending on the patient, it can be done with the following methods:
- Open surgery
- Hysteroscopic surgery
- Laparoscopic surgery
- Robotic surgery cancer surgeries
Robotic surgery shortens the healing process and provides surgical precision with its minimally invasive structure. For this reason, it is frequently preferred in fertility-sparing oncological surgeries in advanced centers in Istanbul.
Fertility Preserving Cancer Surgery Prices
Fertility-sparing cancer surgery pricesThe prices vary according to the type of surgery to be performed, the need for robotic surgery, hospital infrastructure and physician experience. Prices in private clinics in Istanbul are determined according to personalized treatment planning.
In such sensitive and specialized operations, gynecologist oncologist Istanbul experts' experience is vital. For detailed information and assessment Gynecologist Oncologist Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sema Karakaş you can contact us.
Fertility-Saving Cancer Surgeries
Gynecologist Oncologist Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sema Karakaş: I am often asked what fertility-sparing cancer surgeries are and to whom they are applied. Actually, the most important point here is this: Some gynecologic cancers can also occur at a young age. These patients may be women who have not yet become mothers or women who are planning to have children. In this case, we focus on methods that will protect fertility and at the same time control cancer. Uterus, ovaries, cervix... Each of these has a different type of cancer, and so do their treatments. In some cancers of the uterus (endometrium), cervical cancers or ovarian cancers, if we diagnose them at an early stage and the patient has a desire to be fertile, we can plan treatment without removing the uterus or ovaries with some special surgical methods. Of course, this may not be suitable for every patient. For this reason, it is necessary to go through processes such as detailed evaluation, staging and examination of genetic factors. Fertility-sparing surgery is not limited to surgery; sometimes it is carried out in combination with supportive approaches such as drug therapy and sometimes intrauterine systems. The aim is both to treat the disease and to offer the chance of a healthy pregnancy in the future. Therefore, we say that if you have been diagnosed at a young age and are planning to have children, you should definitely discuss this issue with your gynecologic oncologist. With early diagnosis, the right treatment and personalized planning, you can fight cancer and continue your dream of becoming a mother. Please do not neglect your regular check-ups.
Gynecologist Oncologist Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sema Karakaş, who has a certificate in health tourism, is among the leading specialists in Turkey with robotic surgery applications in the field of gynecology oncology in Istanbul.
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