Safety and Feasibility of Concomitant Urogynecologic and Gynecologic Oncology Surgical Procedures
Key Points
Combined urogynecologic and gynecologic surgeries demonstrate safety and feasibility based on expert consensus.
Out of 35 statements, 28 achieved consensus after thorough review, supporting these procedures in clinical practice.
Utilizing a Delphi process for consensus, experts assessed various risk factors and treatment options.
Implications suggest improved care delivery by merging surgical specializations, although further integration may require additional study.
Abstract
This joint Clinical Consensus Statement on the safety and feasibility of concomitant urogynecologic and gynecologic oncology surgical procedures reflects statements drafted by content experts from the American Urogynecologic Society and the Society of Gynecologic Oncology. The writing group used a Delphi process to evaluate statements developed from a structured literature search and assessed consensus. A total of 35 statements were assessed in the following categories: (1) background, (2) treatment options, (3) timing of concurrent surgery, (4) risk factors, and (5) value-based care. Of the 35 statements, 28 reached consensus on initial review. Three statements were omitted, and 4 statements were revised and reached consensus following second review utilizing the Delphi process.