Pelvic exenteration in gynecologic oncology: Analysis of short- and long-term surgical outcomes

Abstract

Objective: Pelvic exenteration is indicated when there are no other curative alternatives in advanced primary or recurrent gynecological cancer confined to the pelvis. Moreover, palliative exenteration can be considered when disease-related symptoms are uncontrollable with other therapeutic options. New surgical techniques and improved perioperative care have improved patient outcomes over the years. Our main objective is to assess the safety and feasibility of pelvic exenteration for gynecologic malignancies.