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Fertility, pregnancy and cancer
J V Bokhman1, E V Bakidoze, A F Ourmancheeva
1NN Petrov Institute of Oncology, St. Petersburg, Russia.
Abstract:
Results of clinical and experimental research into various aspects of cancer and pregnancy are reported. These investigations have been proceeding for many years. 845 cases of pregnancy with concomitant malignant tumor at various localization are reported here. Diagnostic methods and results of treating cervical and breast cancer during pregnancy are described. Also discussed is the influence of pregnancy on the clinical course of cancer and survival. Fertility after recovery from cancer accomplished by means of organ-preserving surgery is commented on.