2021 Annual Global Meeting: Virtual-Master Session: Cervical Cancer

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In the video, the focus shifts to the treatment of recurrent and metastatic cervical cancer. Treatment options for these conditions include surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy. The selection of treatment depends on factors such as disease location, extent, previous treatment history, and patient's overall health. Surgery may be an option for localized recurrence or limited metastatic disease, while radiation therapy can be used to relieve symptoms and control tumor growth in specific areas. Chemotherapy is commonly used to shrink tumors and control disease spread. Targeted therapy targets specific molecules or pathways involved in cancer growth, while immunotherapy stimulates the immune system to fight cancer cells. Treatment for recurrent and metastatic cervical cancer is personalized based on patient and disease characteristics, with the goal of controlling tumor growth and improving quality of life. Ongoing research and clinical trials explore new treatment options for this challenging condition.<br /> <br />The video also discusses several key points. The cost of vaccination in vulnerable economies is addressed, with efforts to make vaccines more affordable. CT scans are discussed in cervical cancer staging, with PET-CT scans considered more accurate for assessing small spread foci. Timing is emphasized in evaluating the response to chemoradiation, and histological confirmation is needed in persistent disease cases. The need for routine peri-aortic node dissection in women with positive pelvic lymph nodes is debatable, with no definitive data supporting it. Sentinel lymph node assessment is highlighted as an important prognostic tool. The timing of immunotherapy and its potential impact on disease biology are debated. The development of new tracers and targeted therapies may shape future cervical cancer treatment. Overall, the video provides valuable insights into current and future approaches to managing cervical cancer.

Keywords

recurrent cervical cancer

metastatic cervical cancer

surgery

radiation therapy

chemotherapy

targeted therapy

immunotherapy

disease location

extent

previous treatment history

patient's overall health

shrink tumors

disease spread

specific molecules

immune system