New Advances in Minimally Invasive Surgery for Gynecologic Cancer

A special issue of Journal of Clinical Medicine (ISSN 2077-0383). This special issue belongs to the section "Obstetrics & Gynecology".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 October 2025 | Viewed by 1989

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Helios Hospital Müllheim, Teaching Hospital of the University of Freiburg, 79379 Müllheim, Germany
Interests: gynecologic surgery; gynecologic oncology; surgical complications; laparoscopy; hysteroscopy; surgical anatomy
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Gynecologic Oncology, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Rome, Italy
Interests: cervical cancer; minimally invasive surgery; fertility sparing treatments; translational medicine; sentinel lymph node concept; gynecological cancers
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Dear Colleagues,

In the dynamic landscape of gynecologic oncologic surgery, the past decade has witnessed significant advancements and innovations that urgently call for integration into minimally invasive treatment strategies. Personalized surgical interventions now gain support from advancements in molecular profiling, while patient safety stands to benefit from a renewed emphasis on anatomical research and a growing recognition of the role of the human factor in surgical outcomes. In light of these developments, we cordially invite researchers, clinicians, and experts in the field to contribute their research to our forthcoming Special Issue: 'New Advances in Minimally Invasive Surgery for Gynecologic Cancer'. 

Our collective objective is to curate an outstanding collection of articles that will make significant contributions toward a brighter and healthier future for women facing diagnoses of gynecological cancer. We welcome submissions encompassing a broad spectrum of topics, including, but not limited to the following:
Surgical Instruments and devices: Research on novel instruments and devices designed to enhance surgical precision and efficiency in gynecologic cancer surgeries.

Patient safety: Research on strategies, protocols, and technologies to enhance the safety profile of minimally invasive gynecologic cancer surgeries, reduce surgical complications, and optimize patient recovery.

Surgical training and education: Insights into training programs and educational initiatives aimed at equipping healthcare providers with the necessary skills and knowledge for safe and effective minimally invasive surgeries.

Artificial intelligence: Contributions highlighting the development and application of AI algorithms to aid in surgical decision making, patient risk stratification, and personalized treatment planning to improve surgical precision and patient outcomes.

Integration with molecular and anatomical knowledge: Research on the integration of genetic and molecular data into surgical decision making, tailoring surgical approaches, selecting targeted therapies, and optimizing treatment strategies for individual patients.

Integration of new tracers and multimodal imaging into MIS: Explorations of the role of multimodal imaging and new tracers (like indocyanine green) in intraoperative navigation and individualized treatment concepts.

Quality metrics and outcome assessments: Studies on the development and application of quality metrics and outcome measures specific to minimally invasive gynecologic cancer surgeries to assess and improve care quality.

Challenges and future directions: Discussions on ethical, economic, and logistical aspects of implementing new minimally invasive approaches in the field of gynecological oncology.

Manuscripts should adhere to the journal's guidelines for formatting and referencing. All submissions will undergo a rigorous peer review process to ensure the highest scientific and clinical standards.

Dr. Rafał Watrowski
Dr. Valerio Gallotta
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Keywords

  • minimally invasive surgery
  • gynecologic surgery
  • gynecologic oncology
  • surgical techniques
  • patient safety
  • personalized medicine

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Adhesion Prevention in Gynecologic Surgery: Guidance and Clinical Experience
by Ibrahim Alkatout, Rudy Leon De Wilde, Jörg Herrmann, Rüdiger Klapdor, Ivo Meinhold-Heerlein, József Mészáros, Alexander Mustea, Peter Oppelt, Julian Maria Pape, Sebastian Daniel Schäfer, Markus Wallwiener and Bernhard Krämer
J. Clin. Med. 2024, 13(24), 7517; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm13247517 - 10 Dec 2024
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Postoperative adhesions represent a major medical challenge and are associated with serious health and economic consequences. 4DryField® PH (PlantTec Medical GmbH, Lueneburg, Germany) is a starch-based medical device designed both to prevent adhesions and for hemostasis. This paper explores methods to successfully [...] Read more.
Postoperative adhesions represent a major medical challenge and are associated with serious health and economic consequences. 4DryField® PH (PlantTec Medical GmbH, Lueneburg, Germany) is a starch-based medical device designed both to prevent adhesions and for hemostasis. This paper explores methods to successfully apply it in gynecological surgery, leveraging the authors’ extensive clinical experience. We provide detailed insights into best practices that benefit most patients with conditions such as endometriosis, along with practical tips and guidance on optimizing application and dosage. Our real-world clinical experience across various indications, supported by published data, demonstrates significant patient benefits: reduced adhesion formation, better recovery, less pain, and improved fertility. Patient acceptance and satisfaction are notably high. The device can be applied to surgical wounds as a powder for hemostasis and transformed into a gel in situ or as a premixed gel when adhesion prevention is prioritized. Specific advantages for each method are demonstrated by case studies. When used correctly, 4DryField PH is safe and effective, especially for larger wound areas with a high risk of reoperation and adhesion formation and when pregnancy is desired. It offers great versatility due to its use as either in situ gel or premixed gel with different viscosities. Despite some remaining gaps in clinical evidence and ongoing studies, our personal clinical experience suggests significant benefits with minimal risks. Therefore, we have no concerns regarding the broad use of 4DryField PH in gynecology and other surgical disciplines. Future research should focus on patient-reported outcomes and health economic benefits to support reimbursement efforts. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue New Advances in Minimally Invasive Surgery for Gynecologic Cancer)
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