Trachelectomy (cervicectomy) in Ponderas Academic Hospital

Trachelectomy at Ponderas Academic Hospital in Bucharest, Romania, provides a fertility-sparing surgical option for women with early-stage cervical cancer. This specialized procedure allows patients to keep their uterus and ovaries, maintaining the possibility of future motherhood. The hospital is the only private facility in Europe holding 10 international accreditations, including JCI certification.

Advanced Fertility Preservation

This procedure serves as a conservative alternative to a radical hysterectomy for patients in stages IA2 to IB1. The surgical team uses a two-step minimally invasive technique. First, surgeons perform a laparoscopic biopsy to identify and remove sentinel lymph nodes. Next, they remove the cervix and upper vagina transvaginally before connecting the vagina directly to the uterine body. This method avoids radiotherapy, which prevents radiation-induced menopause and keeps natural hormonal functions intact.

Expertise of Prof. Univ. Dr. Petre Cornel Bratila

Prof. Univ. Dr. Petre Cornel Bratila leads the surgical team as the Medical Director of Regina Maria and a Surgeon of Excellence in Minimally Invasive Gynecology. He introduced conservative cervical cancer surgery to Romania and has performed 5,000+ procedures throughout his career. Prof. Univ. Dr. Bratila has completed 80+ trachelectomies, resulting in the birth of 14 healthy children to date. His work focuses on maintaining both reproductive health and high survival rates.

Recovery and Success Rates

Patients benefit from a rapid recovery timeline compared to traditional open surgeries. Hospitalization typically lasts a maximum of 48 hours, and patients can often walk and eat on their first day. Other key recovery facts include:

• Social reintegration happens quickly due to the minimally invasive approach.
• Sexual activity can usually be resumed about 2 months after the operation.
• Pregnancy attempts are generally recommended starting 1 year after surgery.
• Survival rates for this method exceed 85% over five years, which matches the outcomes of radical hysterectomy.

Specialized Care in Bucharest

Ponderas Academic Hospital operates as a Center of Excellence in robotic and minimally invasive surgery. As part of the Regina Maria Healthcare Network, the facility follows strict international safety protocols. This environment helps women move through cancer treatment while protecting their long-term quality of life and reproductive goals. You can leave a request on Bookimed to learn more about the surgical steps or to schedule a consultation with the medical team.