Successful pregnancy following tailor-made intracavitary radiotherapy for microinvasive adenocarcinoma of the endocervix

Clin Oncol (R Coll Radiol). 1992 May;4(3):192-3. doi: 10.1016/s0936-6555(05)81088-x.

Abstract

We report a case of microinvasive adenocarcinoma of the endocervix in a lady anxious for a family. Intracavitary radiotherapy using a specially designed 125-I bearing applicator allowed radical treatment of the endocervix whilst sparing the endometrium and ovaries and preserving fertility. The patient remains well and disease free following a successful pregnancy.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adenocarcinoma / radiotherapy*
  • Adult
  • Brachytherapy / instrumentation
  • Brachytherapy / methods*
  • Carcinoma in Situ / radiotherapy*
  • Equipment Design
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Iodine Radioisotopes / therapeutic use
  • Neoplasm Invasiveness
  • Pregnancy Outcome
  • Pregnancy*
  • Radiotherapy Dosage
  • Uterine Cervical Neoplasms / radiotherapy*

Substances

  • Iodine Radioisotopes