Choosing when is the right time to operate and which is the right surgical approach is a key part of ovarian cancer treatment. In this webinar with Dr. Mario Leitao, a gynecologic surgeon at Memorial Sloan Kettering (MSK), we’ll explore the differences between laparoscopic surgery, laparotomy (open surgery), and robotic-assisted surgery, including the benefits, risks, and recovery expectations for each. Dr. Leitao will also share the latest updates in surgical care for ovarian cancer to help you feel informed and better understand your options.
Takeaways:
SURGERY is a key intervention in the care of women with ovarian cancer at first diagnosis and in recurrence
- Need to find experienced surgeon/center who know who to operate on, when to operate on, and which surgical approach is best
- Minimally invasive surgery is better but in properly selected cases and the robot is a tool to do MIS
- Encourage participation in clinical trials!!