Fertility-Preserving Cancer Surgery at Sterling Hospitals, Ahmedabad — Dr. Nishtha Tripathi Patel is an ESGO-certified gynaecological oncosurgeon performing fertility-preserving cancer surgery at Sterling Hospitals, Sindhubhavan Road in Ahmedabad. With 12+ years of fellowship-trained surgical oncology experience, she provides gynaecological oncology to women across Ahmedabad and Gujarat.
On this page
- What is fertility-preserving cancer surgery?
- Why Sterling Hospitals for this surgery
- Who is a candidate
- What to expect
- How to book
- FAQs
Fertility-preserving cancer surgery sterling hospitals ahmedabad — What is fertility-preserving cancer surgery?
Fertility-preserving cancer surgery offers carefully selected younger patients an alternative to standard hysterectomy or bilateral oophorectomy. Options include radical trachelectomy (cervix removed, uterus retained) for cervical cancer, unilateral salpingo-oophorectomy for early ovarian cancer, and conservative management of low-grade endometrial cancer. Strict eligibility criteria apply and close surveillance is mandatory.
The procedure is performed by a fellowship-trained gynaecological oncosurgeon — Dr. Nishtha Tripathi Patel — at Sterling Hospitals, with full multidisciplinary back-up including medical oncology, radiation oncology, anaesthesia, pathology and radiology.
For broader information on this cancer, see our detailed cancer page and the technical treatment page. Authoritative external guidance: ESGO Fertility Sparing Treatment guidelines and PubMed: Fertility-sparing surgery in gynaecological cancers — outcomes review.
Why Sterling Hospitals, Sindhubhavan Road for fertility-preserving cancer surgery?
Sterling Hospitals is the primary centre for robotic surgery (da Vinci platform), cytoreductive surgery, HIPEC and PIPAC. Specifically for fertility-preserving 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’s 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 fertility-preserving cancer surgery?
fertility-preserving cancer surgery is indicated for selected early-stage cervical, ovarian and endometrial cancers in younger women who wish to retain the option of future pregnancy. The decision to proceed 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 fertility-preserving cancer surgery
The advantage of fertility-preserving cancer surgery, when correctly indicated, is retains reproductive potential without compromising oncological safety in carefully selected patients; multidisciplinary planning ensures appropriate candidate selection. 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; hospital stay typically 3–4 days for minimally invasive cases, longer for cytoreductive or HIPEC procedures.
- Follow-up — first review at 1–2 weeks post-discharge, then 3-monthly for 2 years, then 6-monthly to year 5.
How to book fertility-preserving cancer surgery at Sterling Hospitals, Sindhubhavan Road
Consultations for fertility-preserving 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.
FAQs — Fertility-Preserving Cancer Surgery at Sterling Hospitals, Sindhubhavan Road
Where exactly is Sterling Hospitals and how do I reach it for a fertility-preserving 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 fertility-preserving cancer surgery rather than a generalist?
Sterling Hospitals is the primary centre for robotic surgery (da Vinci platform), cytoreductive surgery, HIPEC and PIPAC. Dr. Nishtha Tripathi Patel performs fertility-preserving 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 fertility-preserving cancer surgery at Sterling Hospitals?
fertility-preserving cancer surgery is indicated for selected early-stage cervical, ovarian and endometrial cancers in younger women who wish to retain the option of future pregnancy. 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 fertility-preserving cancer surgery at Sterling Hospitals?
Hospital stay depends on the specific procedure and patient recovery. For minimally invasive fertility-preserving cancer surgery, the typical hospital stay is 3–4 days. More complex cytoreductive procedures or HIPEC may require 7–10 days. Dr. Nishtha’s team plans discharge protocols individually.
Can I get a second opinion before deciding on fertility-preserving 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.
Medical content reviewed by Dr. Nishtha Tripathi Patel, MBBS, DGO, DNB, Fellowship Gynaecological Oncology, ESGO-certified.