0124-4882222
Exploring the Intersection of Fertility and Cancer Care in Women – Abhishek Aggrawal
- Published on April 04, 2024
A child can completely change a person’s life. However, the path can be emotionally taxing and difficult for those who have cancer. Every year, almost 140,000 people between the ages of 45 and 65 who are in their reproductive years are diagnosed with cancer.
Abhishek Aggrawal, Chief Business Officer, Birla Fertility & IVF, C.K. Birla Group, shared his insights in a reputed Newspaper of Express Healthcare, that while guidelines suggest starting conversations about fertility preservation before beginning cancer treatment, there appears to be an apparent lack of practical implementation.
He also highlights that awareness around the evolving landscape of onco-fertility is needed – so that a supportive, informed, and inclusive environment for cancer patients and couples navigating fertility issues can be fostered. The advent of medical marvels such as fertility preservation presents a ray of hope for women battling cancer.
Assisted reproductive techniques (ART) including oocyte cryopreservation (egg freezing), ovarian transposition, and ovarian tissue freezing, among others have emerged as effective methods for preserving fertility in women undergoing cancer treatment. These are innovative techniques that make it possible for cancer patients to freeze their eggs before undergoing chemotherapy or radiation therapy, thereby preserving their reproductive potential for the future.
Lastly, he emphasises that it is crucial to empower cancer patients with the right information and support regarding fertility preservation options, ensuring that they can make informed decisions. Fertility preservation for them is not just a medical intervention, but a critical factor in ensuring that they have the opportunity to conceive in future, despite their cancer diagnosis.
Related Posts
Written by:
Dr. Apeksha Sahu
Consultant
Dr. Apeksha Sahu, is a reputed fertility specialist with 12 years of experience. She excels in advanced laparoscopic surgeries and tailoring IVF protocols to address a wide range of women’s fertility care needs. Her expertise spans the management of female reproductive disorders, including infertility, fibroids, cysts, endometriosis, PCOS, alongside high-risk pregnancies and gynaecological oncology.
Ranchi, Jharkhand
Our Services
Fertility Treatments
Problems with fertility are both emotionally and medically challenging. At Birla Fertility & IVF, we focus on providing you with supportive, personalized care at every step of your journey towards becoming a parent.
Male Infertility
Male factor infertility accounts for almost 40%-50% of all infertility cases. Decreased sperm function can be the result of genetic, lifestyle, medical or environmental factors. Fortunately, most causes of male factor infertility can be easily diagnosed and treated.We offer a comprehensive range of sperm retrieval procedures and treatments for couples with male factor infertility or sexual dysfunction.
Donor Services
We offer a comprehensive and supportive donor program to our patients who require donor sperm or donor eggs in their fertility treatments. We are partnered with reliable, government authorised banks to source quality assured donor samples which are carefully matched to you based on blood type and physical characteristics.
Fertility Preservation
Whether you have made an active decision to delay parenthood or are about to undergo medical treatments that may affect your reproductive health, we can help you explore options to preserve your fertility for the future.
Gynaecological Procedures
Some conditions that impact fertility in women such as blocked fallopian tubes, endometriosis, fibroids, and T-shaped uterus may be treatable with surgery. We offer a range of advanced laparoscopic and hysteroscopic procedures to diagnose and treat these issues.
Genetics & Diagnostics
Complete range of basic and advanced fertility investigations to diagnose causes of male and female infertility, making way for personalized treatment plans.
Our Blogs
To Know More
Speak to our experts and take your first steps towards parenthood. To book an appointment or to make an enquiry, please leave your details and we will get back to you.