Abstract
BACKGROUND: With improved survival of cancer patients, the issue of fertility after treatment assumes greater importance. Consideration of fertility preserving measures before treatment needs to be considered. OBJECTIVE: To discuss an approach to management of fertility issues in survivors of cancer. DISCUSSION: Sensitive early counselling on fertility options is important to cancer survivors hoping to achieve a pregnancy. Assessment of fertility, the safety of a possible pregnancy and the impact of cancer treatments on future fertility treatments all need to be considered.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 15-18 |
| Number of pages | 4 |
| Journal | Australian Family Physician |
| Volume | 32 |
| Issue number | 1-2 |
| Publication status | Published - Jan 2003 |
| Externally published | Yes |
