How do you perform a trachelectomy?

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A laparoscopic radical trachelectomy uses a thin, tube-like instrument with a light and lens (called a laparoscope). The surgeon makes small surgical cuts in the abdomen. The laparoscope and other instruments are passed through the small cuts into the abdomen to remove the cervix and nearby tissues.

Can you get pregnant after a trachelectomy?

Conclusions: Pregnancy after radical trachelectomy is feasible. For various reasons, a number of patients (57%) did not try to get pregnant after the surgical procedure. The majority of the patients who tried to conceive after radical trachelectomy succeeded once or more than once (70%).

Can a cervix be removed?

Trachelectomy (Cervix Removal) procedure Vaginal Radical Trachelectomy (VRT) removes the cervix and the nearby tissue through the vagina. VRT is the most commonly used approach. Abdominal Radical Trachelectomy removes the cervix and nearby tissue through the abdomen.

What is the cervix?

The cervix is the lower portion of the uterus. It is approximately two inches long, and it’s tubular in shape. It widens during childbirth to allow for the passage of the baby. It also allows for the passage of menstrual fluid from the uterus, and sperm needs to travel through the cervix in order to reach the uterus.

Is trachelectomy painful?

After a trachelectomy, you can expect some pain where your surgeon made the cut. This can last for about 4 to 6 weeks, although it should get better day-by-day. The level of pain varies from person to person. If you are in a lot of pain or find it is affecting your day-to-day life, talk to your healthcare team.

What is the recovery like after a trachelectomy?

Recovering from trachelectomy You may have to stay in hospital for between 3 to 5 days after having a trachelectomy. Once you are home, you will usually need 4 to 6 weeks to fully recover from a trachelectomy. The exact time will depend on: any side effects you have.

Can you still have a baby if your cervix is removed?

A radical trachelectomy is an operation to remove most of the cervix and the upper part of the vagina. The womb is left in place and so it may be possible to have a baby afterwards.

Does cervix mean neck?

The word cervix is derived from the Latin root word “cervix” which means “neck.” For this reason, the word cervical pertains to many areas where tissues narrow to a neck-like passage, and not only in your neck.

How do I locate my cervix?

Reach your finger inside of your vagina. Use the index or middle finger and slowly slide your finger in as far as you can reach, in sort of an upward motion. If you think of your vagina as a hallway, your cervix is the door at the end.

What is involved in a trachelectomy?

Open abdominal surgery: An incision into the abdomen is made to remove the cervix and nearby tissues. Vaginal Radical Trachelectomy (VRT): The cervix and other tissue is removed through the vagina. This is the most common way a trachelectomy is done. Laparoscopic procedure: A laparoscope, a tube with a light and surgical tools is used.

What are the steps in the treatment of vaginal radical trachelectomy?

Vaginal radical trachelectomy consists of 5 steps: (1) vaginal cuff preparation, (2) posterior phase, (3) anterior phase, (4) lateral phase, and (5) excision of the specimen and closure. [ 3] The procedure is begun by defining approximately 2 cm of the vaginal mucosa and grasping the vaginal margin with 5-8 straight clamps.

How is the cervix removed during a trachelectomy?

What is a radical trachelectomy for cervical cancer?

A radical trachelectomy is surgery to remove your cervix and tissue from around your cervix. You may be having a radical trachelectomy because you have cervical cancer. During your radical trachelectomy, a large part of your cervix and tissue around it will be removed (see Figure 1).