Cervical Cancer Associated with Pregnancy: Current Challenges and Future Strategies.

ABSTRACT: Cancer during pregnancy is defined as a tumor diagnosed in a pregnant woman or up to 1-year post-partum. While being a rare disease, cervical cancer is probably one of the most challenging medical conditions, with the dual stake of treating the cancer without compromising its chances for cure, while preserving the pregnancy and the health of the fetus and child. To date, guidelines for gynecological cancers are provided through international consensus meetings with expert panels, giving insights on both diagnosis, treatment, and obstetrical care. However, these expert guidelines do not discuss the various approaches than can be found within the literature, such as alternative staging modalities or innovative surgical approaches. Also, the obstetrical care of women diagnosed with cervical c

SUBMITTER: Le Guevelou J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11011172 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature