Intra-thoracic cytoreduction of stage IV peritoneal malignancy: a case series

Gynecologic Oncology
Marilyn HuangNadeem R Abu-Rustum

Abstract

Women with ovarian cancer primarily present with advanced intra-abdominal disease, frequently involving the diaphragm. We present 2 cases of combined planned intra-thoracic and abdominopelvic radical cytoreduction for stage IV peritoneal malignancy. Our case report indicates the importance of a multi-disciplinary approach in treating patients with advanced-stage peritoneal disease. Multi-disciplinary surgical procedures can achieve optimal cytoreduction and possibly improve overall survival.

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May 15, 2015·Gynecologic Oncology·Cecilia EscayolaDenis Querleu

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