En-bloc resection of the pelvis (EnBRP) in patients with stage IIIC-IV ovarian cancer: A 10 steps standardised technique. Surgical and survival outcomes of primary vs. interval surgery

EnBRP is a safe and effective technique to tackle the pelvic disease of patients with advanced ovarian cancer. The reduced blood loss, the high rate of clear margins and CR of the disease are accompanied by a low rate of surgical morbidity. These features are particularly suitable for patients who are due to start or re-start chemotherapy. The standardization of the technique will make it more reproducible and easier to be taught. In addition, it will facilitate comparison of results and the inclusion of this technique in the portfolio of procedures as part of debulking surgery.