The short answer: Most early endometrial (womb lining) cancers are treated with an operation that removes the womb, cervix, tubes and usually both ovaries and checks the nearby lymph glands; in Hindi people often search bachedani ka operation kaise hota hai (बच्चेदानी का ऑपरेशन कैसे होता है). For most early cancers this can be done by robotic or other keyhole surgery. Studies show it controls early womb cancer about as well as open surgery, with a shorter hospital stay (often about 3–4 days) and a quicker recovery, but open surgery is still the better choice for some women. At Sterling Hospitals, Sindhubhavan Road, Ahmedabad, Dr. Nishtha Tripathi Patel, an ESGO-certified, fellowship-trained gynaecological oncologist with 12+ years of experience, performs robotic, laparoscopic and open surgery for womb cancer. Robotic surgery is also available at KD Hospital.
On this page
- What is endometrial cancer surgery?
- Why Sterling Hospitals for this surgery
- Who is a candidate
- What to expect
- How to book
- FAQs
What is endometrial cancer surgery?
The operation removes the womb and cervix (total hysterectomy), both fallopian tubes and usually both ovaries (bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy), and checks the nearby lymph glands, usually by sentinel lymph node mapping. The same operation can be done in three ways:
- Robotic surgery: keyhole surgery through a few small cuts, with the surgeon controlling wristed instruments from a console. It suits most early (stage 1–2) womb cancers when you are fit for it.
- Laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery: also small cuts, and often less expensive than robotic surgery. Whether the robot adds anything depends mainly on how complex your operation is.
- Open surgery: one larger cut; better when the womb is very large, the cancer seems to have spread inside the tummy, or keyhole surgery is not safe for you.
The choice depends on the stage, the size of the womb, your weight and general health, and any previous operations, as explained in uterine cancer surgery options. Selected younger women with a very early, low-grade cancer who want children may be offered hormone treatment instead of surgery at first.
At Sterling Hospitals, Dr. Nishtha Tripathi Patel, a fellowship-trained gynaecological oncosurgeon, plans and performs the operation with input from medical oncology, radiation oncology, anaesthesia, pathology and radiology.
For context, see our guide to uterine cancer care, our endometrial cancer overview, our page on stage 1 endometrial cancer treatment and our robotic surgery page. Authoritative external guidance: NCCN Guidelines for Endometrial Cancer and ESGO Endometrial Cancer Guidelines.
Why Sterling Hospitals, Sindhubhavan Road for endometrial cancer surgery?
Sterling Hospitals offers robotic surgery (da Vinci platform), cytoreductive surgery, HIPEC and PIPAC; robotic surgery is also available at KD Hospital. Specifically for endometrial cancer surgery, the centre offers multidisciplinary tumour board, da Vinci robotic platform, advanced imaging, on-site pathology. These features matter for cancer surgery because:
- Single-team continuity: Dr. Nishtha personally manages your case from consultation through surgery and follow-up. You do not get passed between rotating team members.
- Multidisciplinary tumour board: complex cases are discussed jointly with medical oncology, radiation oncology, pathology and radiology before final treatment decisions.
- Established infrastructure: Sterling Hospitals’ multidisciplinary tumour board, da Vinci robotic platform, advanced imaging, on-site pathology mean intra-operative imaging, frozen-section pathology, and post-operative critical care are available on site.
- Proximity for patients in west Ahmedabad: Bodakdev, Satellite, SG Highway, Vastrapur, Prahlad Nagar, Thaltej, Bopal reach the hospital within a short drive, making post-op follow-up logistically simple.
Who is a candidate for endometrial cancer surgery?
Surgery is the first treatment for most women with endometrial (womb) cancer. It may not come first if the cancer has spread widely or you are not fit for an operation, in which case radiotherapy, chemotherapy or hormone treatment may be used; selected young women with very early, low-grade cancer who want children may try hormone treatment first. The decision is individualised after review of:
- Histopathology / biopsy reports confirming diagnosis and grade
- Imaging (ultrasound, CT or MRI) to assess local extent and stage
- Tumour markers (CA-125, CEA, HE4 — where relevant)
- Performance status, comorbidities and patient preferences (including fertility wishes)
- Prior treatment history (neoadjuvant chemotherapy, prior surgery)
For an individualised assessment, please bring all of these reports to your consultation, or share them on WhatsApp in advance.
What to expect with endometrial cancer surgery
For early womb cancer, keyhole surgery (robotic surgery is a form of keyhole surgery) was compared with open surgery in large trials such as LAP2 and LACE, which reported long-term results between 2012 and 2017. Cancer results were similar, with less pain and a quicker recovery after keyhole surgery. These results apply to womb cancer; for cervical cancer the evidence is different. The typical patient journey at Sterling Hospitals looks like this:
- Initial consultation — review of reports, examination, plan discussion (45–60 minutes).
- Investigations — any additional imaging or tests required to complete staging.
- Multidisciplinary discussion — case reviewed at tumour board where appropriate.
- Surgery planning — admission, pre-op review with anaesthesia, consent discussion.
- Surgery and recovery — procedure performed at Sterling Hospitals. After robotic or laparoscopic surgery the stay is often about 3–4 days. Most women walk with support on the first day, return to gentle daily activity in about 2–3 weeks and to driving and light work in about 3–4 weeks; full recovery takes about 6–8 weeks. Recovery after open surgery takes longer (gentle activity in about 4–6 weeks, light work in about 6–8 weeks).
- Final report and further treatment — the final report decides whether you need anything more. Many women with early cancer do not; others are advised internal radiotherapy (vaginal brachytherapy), external radiotherapy or chemotherapy.
- Follow-up — first review at 1–2 weeks post-discharge, then 3-monthly for 2 years, then 6-monthly to year 5.
Possible risks
Robotic and keyhole surgery are still major operations. Risks include bleeding, infection, blood clots and, less often, injury to the bladder, bowel or ureters (the tubes from the kidneys). Occasionally the operation has to be completed as open surgery for safety. Removing lymph glands can cause leg swelling (lymphoedema), which is less likely with sentinel node mapping alone. Removing the ovaries before menopause brings on menopause, and pregnancy is not possible after a hysterectomy. Your surgeon will explain which risks apply to you.
How to book endometrial cancer surgery at Sterling Hospitals, Sindhubhavan Road
Consultations for endometrial cancer surgery with Dr. Nishtha at Sterling Hospitals are by prior appointment. To book:
- Call or WhatsApp: +91 76988 00333
- Online: Book an appointment
- Second opinion: Request a free 10-minute report review
For patients travelling from outside Ahmedabad, mention this at booking so the team can group consultation, investigations, and pre-op work-up into the fewest possible visits. For typical package ranges, including the difference between robotic, laparoscopic and open surgery, see endometrial cancer surgery cost in Ahmedabad.
FAQs — Endometrial Cancer Surgery at Sterling Hospitals, Sindhubhavan Road
Where exactly is Sterling Hospitals and how do I reach it for a endometrial cancer surgery consultation?
Sterling Hospitals is located at Sindhubhavan Road in Ahmedabad. The hospital is reachable from Bodakdev, Satellite, SG Highway, Vastrapur, Prahlad Nagar, Thaltej, Bopal within a comfortable drive. Patients arriving from outside Ahmedabad can plan a single-day consultation by booking in advance on +91 76988 00333.
Why choose Sterling Hospitals for endometrial cancer surgery rather than a generalist?
Sterling Hospitals offers robotic surgery (da Vinci platform), cytoreductive surgery, HIPEC and PIPAC. Dr. Nishtha Tripathi Patel performs endometrial cancer surgery here with full multidisciplinary support — multidisciplinary tumour board, da Vinci robotic platform, advanced imaging, on-site pathology. This combination of fellowship-trained surgeon, dedicated oncology infrastructure, and tumour-board case review is associated with better outcomes than non-specialist settings.
Who is a candidate for endometrial cancer surgery at Sterling Hospitals?
Surgery is the first treatment for most women with womb cancer; some are treated first with radiotherapy, chemotherapy or hormone treatment, depending on the stage and their health. Eligibility is confirmed after review of imaging (ultrasound, CT or MRI), biopsy or histopathology reports, and tumour markers. A consultation with Dr. Nishtha allows a personalised treatment plan to be formulated.
How long is the hospital stay after endometrial cancer surgery at Sterling Hospitals?
After robotic or laparoscopic surgery for early womb cancer, the stay is often about 3–4 days; after open surgery it is usually longer. Dr. Nishtha’s team plans discharge individually.
Can I get a second opinion before deciding on endometrial cancer surgery at Sterling Hospitals?
Yes. Dr. Nishtha provides independent second opinions on diagnosis, staging, and proposed treatment plans. You can share reports on WhatsApp (+91 76988 00333) before the consultation so the meeting focuses on your specific decision.
How long does recovery take after robotic hysterectomy for womb cancer?
Most women walk with support on the first day and go home after a stay of often about 3–4 days. Gentle daily activity is usually possible in about 2–3 weeks, driving and light work in about 3–4 weeks, and full recovery takes about 6–8 weeks. Most women can resume sex about 6–8 weeks after surgery, once the team confirms healing. If radiotherapy or chemotherapy is needed afterwards, it usually starts once you have recovered from the operation.
Is robotic surgery better than laparoscopic surgery for womb cancer?
Both are keyhole operations, and for early womb cancer they give similar cancer results compared with open surgery. Whether the robot adds anything depends mainly on how complex your operation is and on the surgeon’s experience; it is not needed for everyone, and laparoscopic surgery is often less expensive. Robotic surgery is available at Sterling Hospitals and KD Hospital.
Medical content reviewed by Dr. Nishtha Tripathi Patel, MBBS, DGO, DNB, Fellowship Gynaecological Oncology, ESGO-certified.