Is cashless treatment available for pelvic cancer surgery?

Yes. Cashless treatment is available with most major insurers and TPAs at Apollo Hospital, Bhat, subject to your policy's approval. Our team helps with the pre-authorisation paperwork. Details are on our insurance page.

What is robotic-assisted surgery for pelvic cancers?

The surgeon controls robotic instruments through small incisions while viewing a magnified 3D image of the pelvis, the deep and narrow space where this view helps most. It is used for selected uterine, prostate, bladder and rectal cancers. Many recurrent or advanced pelvic tumours still need open surgery.

What are the benefits of minimally invasive surgery for gynaecological cancers?

For early uterine cancer and selected ovarian procedures, robotic surgery gives less pain, less blood loss and a shorter stay, with similar cancer outcomes. For cervical cancer, a large trial (LACC) found more recurrences after minimally invasive radical hysterectomy, so open surgery is generally recommended for most cervical cancers. The approach is chosen case by case.

Which robotic systems are used for pelvic cancer surgery in India?

The most widely used platform in India is the da Vinci system made by Intuitive Surgical; newer systems are also in use. For recurrent pelvic cancer, the more important questions are the experience of the surgical team and whether open surgery is available when the tumour needs it.

Where is robotic prostatectomy done in Ahmedabad?

Dr Swati Shah, Robotic Cancer Surgeon (Urology & Gynec), performs robotic radical prostatectomy at Apollo Hospital, Bhat, Gandhinagar, using a nerve-sparing technique where the cancer allows. Most men regain urinary control over weeks to months; recovery of erections depends on age, function before surgery and whether the nerves can be preserved.

How do robotic and open pelvic cancer surgery compare?

Robotic surgery usually gives less blood loss, less pain and a shorter stay. Long-term cancer outcomes are similar to open surgery for prostate, bladder and rectal cancer, while for cervical cancer open radical hysterectomy is preferred. For recurrent tumours and pelvic exenteration, open surgery is often the safer route.

Who treats rectal and colorectal cancer at this centre?

Rectal and colorectal cancer surgery at our centre is performed by Dr Harsh Shah, Robotic Cancer Surgeon (GI), who has 18 years of experience. When a pelvic cancer involves the bladder, uterus and rectum together, as in recurrent cancers that need pelvic exenteration, Dr Harsh Shah and Dr Swati Shah operate together at Apollo Hospital, Bhat, Gandhinagar.

What is the typical recovery timeline after robotic surgery for pelvic cancer?

After robotic surgery for a pelvic cancer, most patients walk within a day and go home in 2 to 4 days. After pelvic exenteration or other extended surgery the stay is longer, often 1 to 2 weeks, and full recovery takes 2 to 3 months. Your team will give you a plan for your specific operation.

How does the cost of robotic pelvic cancer surgery compare with open surgery?

Robotic surgery has a higher theatre cost, partly balanced by a shorter hospital stay. Extended operations such as exenteration cost more whichever way they are done. Cashless insurance is available at Apollo Hospital, Bhat, and a written estimate follows the consultation.

What are the long-term outcomes after robotic bladder cancer removal?

In a large randomised trial (RAZOR), robotic radical cystectomy gave cancer control similar to open surgery, with less blood loss and a slightly shorter stay. Long-term survival depends mainly on the stage and on whether chemotherapy was given before surgery. Urinary function afterwards depends on the type of urinary diversion chosen.

Treatment for Recurrent & Advanced Pelvic Cancers in Ahmedabad

Being diagnosed with recurrent or advanced pelvic cancer requires expert medical care. In Ahmedabad, Dr. Swati Shah treats recurrent and advanced pelvic cancers in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. With 18 years of experience in pelvic cancer surgery & 14+ years in Robotic Surgery, Dr. Shah's use of advanced medical technologies has helped many patients successfully face this difficult disease.

Apollo Bhat & Gota OPD

Surgery at Apollo Hospital, Bhat, Gandhinagar. Consultations at the Gota OPD, Ahmedabad.

18 Years

18 years of work experience
as a pelvic cancers specialist

24 + Awards

24+ Awards received by Dr. Shah for her achievements

Dr. Swati Shah

MS, DrNB (Surgical Oncology)

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Dr. Swati Shah

MS, DrNB (Surgical Oncology)

Robotic Cancer Surgeon (Urology & Gynec)
18 years of experience in treatment of Pelvic Sarcoma (bone/ soft tissue) & Pelvic Cancers (Advanced or recurrent cervix/ uterus/ ovary/ rectal cancers)
Successfully treated such patients with Open/laparoscopic surgery
Expertise in Pelvic Tumour resection, Pelvic Exenteration, Hemipelvectomy, Pelvic vascular resection & reconstruction

Training

⦿ MS (General Surgery) : Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi

⦿ DrNB Surgical Oncology : Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute, New Delhi.

⦿ Training in Gynec Cancer Surgery & HIPEC from the pioneer institute for Gynec Cancer surgeries in New Delhi.

Awards & Recognitions

⦿ Best Video presentation on "Robotic Retroperitoneal LN Dissection" in NATCON (National Surgical Oncology conference ) 2021, New Delhi.

⦿ Master Video sessions on Cytoreductive Surgery & HIPEC in ASICON (Conference of Association of Surgeons of India) 2021, AFPA NATCON (All India Family Physician Association) 2022, AGOICON (Association of Gynec Oncologist of India) 2022 and IASOCON (conference of Indian Association of Surgical Oncology) 2022.

⦿ Awards for presenting papers in SELSICON 2011, RGCON 2016, IASG 2015, IMSCON2015, NATCON 2019.

⦿ Author of multiple papers in National & International Journals.

Pelvic Cancer Surgeries

⦿ Laparoscopic Hysterectomy for early-stage uterine cancer

⦿ Pelvic Exenteration for advanced pelvic cancers

⦿ Prostatectomy for prostate cancer

⦿ Cystectomy for bladder cancer

⦿ Cytoreductive Surgery for advanced ovarian or uterine cancer

⦿ Robotic-Assisted Surgery for pelvic cancers

Know about Pelvic Cancers

What is Pelvis?

The pelvis is the lower part of the body between the abdomen and the legs. It supports organs like the bladder and intestines and connects the spine to the legs. It also protects reproductive organs. It contains blood vessels to & from lower limbs.

What tumours occur in Pelvis?

Tumours that can occur in the pelvis include: Recurrent/Advanced Gynecological, Urological, and Rectal Tumors & including cases involving adjacent organs or structures.

Total Pelvic Exentration

Ileal Conduit

Soft tissue tumors

Sarcomas like liposarcoma and leiomyosarcoma can develop in muscles, fat, vessels or connective tissues.

⦿ Recurrent sarcoma involving Iliac vessels & ureter

Bone tumors

Osteosarcoma, chondrosarcoma, or Ewing’s sarcoma, commonly affecting pelvic bones.

Pelvic bone tumour

Internal Hemipelvectomy

Reconstruction

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