Zervixkarzinom

For the treatment of early-stage cervical carcinomas, laparoscopic vaginal surgical methods include laparoscopically assisted radical vaginal hysterectomy and radical vaginal trachelectomy. Laparoscopy is safe for diagnosing local tumor extent, evaluating the main prognostic factors in cervical cancer, and assessing lymph node status. The oncologic safety of both techniques has been proven in prospective studies. Their low associated morbidity and fast recovery allow a valid alternative to open radical resection, for eligible patients.