Gynecological Cancer Surgeries
Gynecological cancers, including those of the cervix, uterus, ovaries, vagina, and vulva, can arise from various factors:
- Genetic Predisposition: Inherited genetic mutations, such as BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations, can increase the risk of ovarian and uterine cancers.
- Viral Infections: Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is a significant risk factor for cervical, vaginal, and vulvar cancers.
- Hormonal Factors: Hormonal imbalances, such as prolonged estrogen exposure without progesterone, may increase the risk of endometrial cancer.
- Age and Reproductive History: Advancing age and factors such as early menstruation, late menopause, or nulliparity can influence cancer risk.
- Environmental and Lifestyle Factors: Smoking, obesity, and exposure to certain chemicals may contribute to gynecological cancer development.
Treatments: Dr. Deepak Bose specializes in various gynecological cancer surgeries tailored to individual patient needs:
- Hysterectomy: Removal of the uterus, often performed for early-stage uterine cancer or certain cases of cervical cancer.
- Oophorectomy: Surgical removal of one or both ovaries, commonly performed for ovarian cancer or to reduce hormone levels in hormone-sensitive cancers.
- Salpingectomy: Removal of one or both fallopian tubes, which may be indicated for ovarian or fallopian tube cancers.
- Lymphadenectomy: Surgical removal of lymph nodes in the pelvic and/or para-aortic regions to assess and prevent cancer spread.
- Tumor Debulking: Surgical reduction of tumor size to improve the effectiveness of subsequent treatments, such as chemotherapy or radiation therapy.
- Radical Surgery: Extensive surgical procedures aimed at removing the primary tumor and surrounding tissues, often performed for advanced-stage or recurrent cancers.
- Minimally Invasive Surgery: Techniques such as laparoscopy or robotic-assisted surgery may be used when appropriate to minimize incisions and shorten recovery time.
- Fertility-Sparing Surgery: Surgical approaches that aim to preserve reproductive function, such as radical trachelectomy for early-stage cervical cancer or ovarian cystectomy for certain ovarian tumors.
Dr. Bose ensures that patients receive personalized treatment plans incorporating surgical interventions alongside other modalities such as chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and targeted therapies, aiming to achieve optimal outcomes while preserving quality of life.
