Fertility preservation in patients with gynecologic cancer

Abstract

In this editorial we comment on the article by Gu et al. We focus and debate the necessity of fertility sparing surgery in young women’s with gynecologic cancers, specifically on those patients with the desire to conceive. This type of individualized treatment options is often very difficult, due to the risk of disease evolution and multiple disparities in fertility preservation services among women in different countries and societies. For this reason national policy interventions are mandatory in order to ensure equitable access this procedures, in women with cancer.

Keywords: Fertility sparing surgery; Pregnancy; Gynecologic cancer; Endometrial cancer; Ovarian cancer

Core Tip: Fertility preservation is a delicate balance, requiring multidisciplinary approach. Timely discussions about fertility preservation options should be integrated into the overall treatment plan, allowing patients to make informed decisions about their reproductive future. While not without challenges, fertility preservation provides cancer survivors with the opportunity to conceive and regain a sense of normalcy post-treatment.