Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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6113456 | Critical Reviews in Oncology/Hematology | 2016 | 11 Pages |
Abstract
A multidisciplinary discussion and literature review suggest that following the standard surgical procedure could be the optimal treatment to ensure mother and baby health in tongue cancer. Nonetheless choosing between maternal advantage and potential fetal damage should not be an individual medical decision. Treatment “customization” is a possibility. Patients and their families should be provided with comprehensive information and appropriate support in order to fully participate in the decision-making process. The patient's care may be improved if carried out in a specialized maternity center where the surgical oncologic treatment is managed together with the obstetric aspects.
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Authors
Marta Tagliabue, Shimaa Hassan Elrefaey, Fedro Peccatori, Gianfranco Favia, Valeria Navach, Lorenzo Pignataro, Pasquale Capaccio, Marco Venturino, Stefano Tredici, Daniela Alterio, Fabio Mosca, Lorenza Pugni, Giovanna Scarfone, Maria Cossu Rocca,