Abstract
Surgery is a cornerstone of gynecologic oncology. Minimally invasive techniques have been adopted rapidly, in lieu of open approaches, in cervical and endometrial cancer staging. In addition, nodal assessment has undergone significant changes with the introduction of SLN biopsies. The movement toward less is more has also been seen with perioperative and postoperative care and the advent of ERAS protocols, which attempt to maintain normal physiology with the goal of improving functional recovery. It is imperative that new technology be critically evaluated to ensure that oncologic outcomes are not compromised.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 55-66 |
Number of pages | 12 |
Journal | Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinics of North America |
Volume | 46 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Mar 2019 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- ERAS
- Gynecologic oncology
- Minimally invasive surgery
- Sentinel lymph nodes
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Obstetrics and Gynecology