Enhancing Ovarian Cancer Survival Rates through Multidisciplinary Surgical Teams

A study published in Annals of Surgical Oncology reveals that implementing a multidisciplinary surgical approach significantly improves overall survival (OS) in patients with ovarian cancer. The study, conducted at Mater University Hospital, found that patients who underwent the new approach experienced a 70% improvement in OS compared to previous therapies. The multidisciplinary surgical team (MDT) approach, which involved collaboration among various surgical disciplines, aimed to eliminate all visible tumors within patients' abdomens. The study also identified residual disease and age as independent predictors of survival. The findings highlight the importance of a multidisciplinary approach in achieving optimal treatment outcomes and improved quality of life for ovarian cancer patients.