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Cervical Cancer
Laparoscopic parametrectomy/upper vaginectomy presented as safe treatment for cancer
November 17th, 2005
Laparoscopic parametrectomy/upper vaginectomy has been presented as a safe alternative treatment for cervical cancer. Scientists from the United States "summarized their experiences with the laparoscopic parametrectomy/upper vaginectomy (LPUV) as a treatment option for patients with an unexpected finding of cervical cancer after simple hysterectomy as well as for patients with cancer of the vaginal cuff. From 1995-2004, 6 of their patients underwent LPUV including 5 patients with stage Ib(1) cervical cancer and one patient with Ia, cervical cancer." "Prior procedures were TVH (n=3), TAH (n=2) or LAVH (n=1)," reported Fleisch and Hatch. "Charts were...
Source: Women's Health Weekly (2005-11-17)
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