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I have been diagnosed with cancer - How long can I wait for my cancer treatment to start before my treatment outcomes could be impacted?

The timing of your gynaecological cancer treatment is important as delays can impact treatment outcomes. However, the specific timeframe within which treatment should begin varies depending on the type and...

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What is the impact of a hysterectomy on bone health, and are there measures to mitigate potential bone density loss?

The impact of a hysterectomy on bone health can be influenced by various factors, including whether the ovaries are also removed during the procedure.

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What lifestyle changes can I make to support my cancer treatment and recovery?

Adopting positive lifestyle changes can play a supportive role during cancer treatment and recovery. It is important to discuss any significant lifestyle modifications with your healthcare team to ensure they...

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Why is my cervical cancer not suitable for surgery?

Surgery is a key treatment modality for various cancer types, including cervical cancer. However, sometimes patients expect surgery, whereas surgery is not in their best interest for various reasons.

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Reducing surgical site infections in gynaecological surgery

Surgical site infections (SSIs) are infections that occur in the wound made from a surgical procedure.

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Kinder and gentler treatment for endometrial cancer

In 2000, when I was a young gynaecological oncology trainee, all our endometrial cancer patients who required surgery at the Queensland Centre for Gynaecological Cancer had a laparotomy.

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Why is there sometimes a wait at the hospital before surgery?

In my practice we collect patient feedback at 6 weeks after surgery and patients are very open about their experiences.

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What to expect after surgery

The hospital stay: After a laparoscopic procedure (for example laparoscopic hysterectomy) patients will stay in hospital for one or two nights; after a laparotomy (open, abdominal) the hospital stay will...

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Doctor, how will you get my uterus out?

Patients frequently ask how we remove the uterus, which normally is the size of a pear, during laparoscopic hysterectomy.

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