Doctors note a gradual increase in cases where cancer or its treatments — surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation — jeopardise a woman’s ability to conceive.
“Discussion about fertility preservation is crucial for women diagnosed with gynaecological cancers who wish to have children in the future,” said Dr Kirankumar Sajjanshetty.
Ovarian Transposition is used particularly in certain cancers where pelvic radiation is indicated, as this technique can preserve ovarian function by surgically intervention.
GnRH agonists is used in cases where women who desire for potential preservation of ovarian function like those who have completed childbearing explains Dr Kirankumar.
Dr Annapurna also suggests that early intervention and a multidisciplinary approach involving the oncologists and reproductive specialists are vital to optimise outcome.