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A 50-year-old woman presented with a left lumbar paraspinal schwannoma, a benign nerve sheath tumor located deep in the retroperitoneal space. MRI revealed two well-defined lesions measuring 10 × 5 cm, extending from L2 to L5, with no intracanalicular extension. She successfully underwent excision of the tumor through a transperitoneal minimally invasive approach, which provided excellent visualization, precise dissection, and safe tumor removal.

Although retroperitoneal masses are often considered a relative contraindication for laparoscopic surgery, in this case the patient underwent safe paraspinal mass removal with no intraoperative complications, minimal blood loss, and faster recovery compared to conventional open surgery.

The postoperative course was uneventful; the patient recovered smoothly and was discharged on the 4th postoperative day without neurological deficits or perioperative complications.

A 52-year-old woman diagnosed with well-differentiated carcinoma endometrium, FIGO stage I, successfully underwent laparoscopic staging surgery. The procedure involved total laparoscopic hysterectomy with bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy and pelvic lymphadenectomy.

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The minimally invasive laparoscopic approach provided superior visualization of pelvic anatomy, enabled precise dissection, and ensured an adequate lymph node yield for accurate staging.

Evidence from multiple clinical studies confirms that laparoscopic surgery for early-stage endometrial cancer achieves oncological outcomes equivalent to open surgery, while offering significant benefits to patients. These include:

• Reduced intraoperative blood loss
• Shorter hospital stay
• Faster recovery and return to daily activities
• Less postoperative discomfort

This case was completed smoothly, with no intraoperative complications, and the patient experienced an uneventful postoperative recovery.

Minimally invasive surgery continues to establish itself as the standard of care in early-stage endometrial cancer, combining oncological safety with patient-centered benefits

Infertility is a well-recognized short- and long-term consequence of cancer treatment. For young patients, particularly women diagnosed with gynecological malignancies, the ability to preserve fertility is of paramount importance. Beyond medical outcomes, fertility preservation directly impacts psychosocial wellbeing, as most patients express a strong preference for biological parenthood over alternatives such as adoption or surrogacy.

At a recent seminar at KCTRI, Hubli, organised by Fertility Preservation  Society of India (FPSI)  Dr. Pavan Kumar C G addressed the principles, techniques, and clinical evidence behind fertility-sparing surgeries (FSS) in gynecological cancers, underscoring their role in balancing oncologic safety with reproductive potential.

Esophageal cancer is one of the most aggressive gastrointestinal malignancies, often presenting late and requiring a multimodal approach for effective management. With the advent of minimally invasive and thoracoscopic techniques, surgical outcomes have improved, offering patients quicker recovery and reduced post-operative complications.

For the very first time at SDM Hospital, Dharwad, our Surgical Oncology team led by Dr. Pavan Kumar C G has successfully performed HIPEC (Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy) for a patient with advanced ovarian cancer.
This milestone marks a new era in cancer care for patients across Hubli, Dharwad, and North Karnataka, who can now access this advanced treatment much closer to home.

We recently managed a rare and technically demanding case of parapharyngeal schwannoma at the Department of Surgical Oncology, SDM Medical College and Hospital.

ಕ್ಯಾನ್ಸರ್ ಚಿಕಿತ್ಸೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಸರ್ಜರಿಯ ಪಾತ್ರ ಅಧಿಕ. ಕ್ಯಾನ್ಸರನ್ನು ಬುಡ ಸಮೇತ ಕಿತ್ತೊಗೆಯುವುದು ಇದರ ಮೂಲ ಮಂತ್ರ. ಶಸ್ತ್ರ ಚಿಕಿತ್ಸೆಯ ಉದ್ದೇಶವು, ಕ್ಯಾನ್ಸರ್ ಹರಡಿರುವ ಅಥವಾ ಸಂಭಾವ್ಯವಾಗಿ ಹರಡಬಹುದಾದ ಅಂಗಾಂಶಗಳನ್ನು ಪೂರ್ತಿಯಾಗಿ ಶರೀರದಿಂದ ರೋಗಿಗೆ ಯಾವುದೇ ಹಾನಿ ಆಗದಂತೆ ಹೊರ ತೆಗೆಯುವುದು, ಹಾಗೂ ಕ್ಯಾನ್ಸರ್ ಮರುಕಳಿಸದಂತೆ  ತಡೆಯುವುದಾಗಿರುತ್ತದೆ.  

The role of surgery in cancer treatment is significant. The primary principle is to remove the cancer completely, including its roots. The goal of surgery is to excise the affected or potentially affected tissues entirely, without causing harm to the patient, while also preventing the recurrence of cancer.

Cancer is a word that can stir fear and uncertainty, but it is not the end of the road. With advancements in treatment, support systems, and a positive outlook, many individuals have successfully fought cancer and thrived. This blog explores essential strategies to navigate the cancer journey, especially for patients in Hubli, Dharwad, and North Karnataka, under the expert care of renowned professionals like Dr. Pavankumar.