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Naomi Eastwood-Wilshere¹, Jessica Turner², Niara Oliveira³

¹Department of Obstetric Medicine, Mater Health Brisbane, South Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.

Asia-Pacific Journal of Clinical Oncology

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Cancer during pregnancy presents complex challenges, requiring individualized care from a multidisciplinary team. Reviewing diagnostic and treatment safety is crucial, especially with novel therapies, necessitating international data collection.

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Area of Science:

Obstetrics and Gynecology
Oncology
Perinatal Medicine

Background:

Cancer in pregnancy is a growing concern, linked to increased maternal age and obesity.
Diagnosing cancer during pregnancy creates complex management dilemmas, balancing maternal and fetal risks.
Individualized, multidisciplinary care is essential for informed decision-making.

Purpose of the Study:

To review current evidence on the safety of diagnostic imaging, procedures, and cancer treatments for pregnant women and fetuses.
To highlight the need for data on novel anticancer therapies in pregnancy.

Main Methods:

Literature review of existing evidence on cancer management in pregnancy.
Analysis of safety data for various diagnostic and therapeutic modalities.
Discussion of the role of multidisciplinary teams.

Main Results:

Evidence regarding the safety of diagnostic imaging, procedures, and treatments for cancer in pregnant women and fetuses was reviewed.
The efficacy of novel anticancer therapies underscores the need for safety data.

Conclusions:

Management of cancer in pregnancy requires a personalized approach by a multidisciplinary team.
International registries are vital for rapidly accumulating safety data on novel anticancer agents used during pregnancy.