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Ovarian Cancer
Endometrial Cancer
Lymphadenectomy
Circulating Tumor DNA
Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
Cervical Cancer
Low-Grade Serous Ovarian Cancer
Immunotherapy
Uterine Leiomyosarcoma
Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy
PARP Inhibitors
Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
Oral Mucositis
Gynecologic Oncology
National Cancer Database
Cancer In Pregnancy
Checkpoint Inhibitors In Endometrial Cancer
Antibody Drug Conjugates (adcs) Gynecologic Cancers
Pregnancy-Associated Gynecologic Cancers
CALA Trial

The International Journal of Gynecological Cancer (IJGC) conversations is a podcast that brings you the latest insights into gynecologic malignancies. Tune in to engaging conversations with leading experts as they explore innovative and timely topics shaping the field. Hosted by the Editor-in-Chief Dr. Pedro Ramirez and special guests, each episode offers a dynamic and educational experience desig... more

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In this episode of the IJGC podcast, Editor-in-Chief Dr. Pedro Ramirez, is joined by Aparna A. Kamat and Arthur Hsu to discuss GLP1-RAs and Cancer Risk in Non-diabetic Patients.

Dr. Aparna Kamat is the director of the Division of Gynecologic Oncolog... more

In this episode of the IJGC podcast, Editor-in-Chief Dr. Pedro Ramirez, is joined by Paula Mateo-Kubach and Behrouz Zand to discuss Statin Use in Gynecologic Cancer Therapy.

Paula Mateo-Kubach, MD, is a Spanish physician who completed her residency ... more

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In this episode of the IJGC podcast, Editor-in-Chief Dr. Pedro Ramirez, is joined by Sarah Andres and Mario M. Leitao Jr to discuss Empty Lymph Node Packet in SLN Mapping for Endometrial Cancer.

Sarah Andres, DO, FACOG, is a Gynecologic Oncology Fel... more

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In this episode of the IJGC podcast, Editor-in-Chief Dr. Pedro Ramirez, is joined by Santiago Vieira-Serna to discuss Contralateral pelvic lymph node metastases in patients with unilateral early-stage epithelial ovarian cancer.

Dr. Santiago Vieira-S... more

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Recent Guests

Paula Mateo
Gynecologic oncologist, expert contributor to the review
Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Houston Methodist Hospital
Episode: Statin Use in Gynecologic Cancer Therapy
Behrouz Zand
Gynecologic oncologist, co-author of the review
Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Houston Methodist Hospital
Episode: Statin Use in Gynecologic Cancer Therapy
Sarah Andres
Fellow and author of the July lead article on SLN mapping in uterine cancer
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center / IJGC
Episode: Empty Lymph Node Packet in SLN Mapping for Endometrial Cancer
Dr. Santiago Vieira-Serna
Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Instituto Nacional de Cancerología, Bogota, Colombia
Instituto Nacional de Cancerología (Bogotá)
Episode: Contralateral pelvic lymph node metastases in patients with unilateral early-stage epithelial ovarian cancer
Gabriel Levin
From McGill University Health Centre, Division of Gynecologic Oncology
McGill University Health Centre
Episode: Salpingo-oophorectomy at Radical Hysterectomy for Cervical Adenocarcinoma
Giuseppe Caruso
From the European Institute of Oncology, Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Milan
European Institute of Oncology
Episode: Lymphadenectomy in Early-Stage Ovarian Cancer
Rob Coleman
Researcher specializing in tumor-specific, patient-derived vaccines and ovarian cancer immunotherapy
Episode: Vaccine Therapy in Ovarian Cancer: Role of Gemogenovatucel-T
Dr. David Gershenson
Expert in gynecologic oncology, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Episode: Ribociclib Plus Letrozole in Recurrent Low-Grade Serous Carcinoma of the Ovary: GOG 3026
Vanna Zanagnolo
Gynecologic oncologist at European Institute of Oncology, Milan
European Institute of Oncology
Episode: Single-Port Robotic Surgery: Safety and Feasibility

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Dr. Pedro Ramirez
Editor-in-Chief of IJGC Conversations and host of the podcast

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Empty Lymph Node Packet in SLN Mapping for Endometrial Cancer
Q: What do you suggest to readers to achieve high SLN mapping success rates in severe obesity?
Follow the SLN algorithm meticulously, map every nodal basin, and understand the common SLN locations (medial to external iliac vessels, ventral to internal iliac, obturator region). Maintain technique even in BMI over 60, and rely on experience and anatomy familiarity to locate central nodes efficiently.
Empty Lymph Node Packet in SLN Mapping for Endometrial Cancer
Q: What is your view on doing no lymph node assessment at all, given ongoing Endo-3 trial results?
Not doing nodal assessment is less precise in the era of precision medicine; nodal status remains highly prognostic and informs decisions like immunotherapy, chemotherapy, or radiotherapy. While Endo-3 is important, the current data support continuing nodal evaluation in many cases, especially given patient-specific risks and benefits.
Empty Lymph Node Packet in SLN Mapping for Endometrial Cancer
Q: The BMI median was 30.9 but the range went up to 70.2. How did you categorize patients to make BMI data clinically meaningful?
BMI was analyzed both categorically and continuously. Traditional CDC cutoffs were less informative for SLN mapping, so they redefined categories to four groups (less than 30, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, and over 60) and also analyzed BMI as a continuous variable to capture the nuanced impact on mapping success.
Empty Lymph Node Packet in SLN Mapping for Endometrial Cancer
Q: What does a sample size of 2,690 patients allow you to conclude that smaller retrospective studies couldn't?
A large sample size increases reliability of point estimates, tightens 95% confidence intervals, enables more robust subgroup analyses (e.g., BMI-based groups), and reduces random error compared to smaller retrospective studies.
Empty Lymph Node Packet in SLN Mapping for Endometrial Cancer
Q: Can you break down the definitions of a successful bilateral sentinel lymph node mapping versus an empty nodal packet?
A successful bilateral SLN mapping requires following the SLN algorithm with bilateral pelvic mapping and resection of the sentinel node, followed by pathology confirming nodal tissue in both SLN packets. An empty nodal packet means there is no microscopic evidence of nodal tissue within the surgeon-designated sentinel lymph node packet.

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What is IJGC conversations about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A collection of in-depth interviews and panel discussions centered on gynecologic cancers, with heavy emphasis on translational and clinical practice in ovarian, endometrial, and cervical malignancies. Topics span innovative therapies (biomarker-driven vaccines, CDK4/6 inhibitors, immunotherapy combinations), surgical advances (single-port robotic techniques, fertility-preserving approaches, sentinel node strategies), trial design and interpretation (PORTEC-4a, B96, real-world practice patterns), and de-escalation of treatment to reduce morbidity without compromising outcomes. Notable is a consistent focus on biomarkers, molecular profiling, and how translational research translates into patient care, guidelines, and trial design. The forma... more

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Recent guests on IJGC conversations include:

1. Paula Mateo
2. Behrouz Zand
3. Sarah Andres
4. Dr. Santiago Vieira-Serna
5. Gabriel Levin
6. Giuseppe Caruso
7. Rob Coleman
8. Dr. David Gershenson

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