Cervix: Hypoxia, Interstitial Fluid Pressure and GSH Levels

Predictive Assays in Cervix Cancer: Assessment of Hypoxia, Interstitial Fluid Pressure, and GSH Levels

The aim of this study is to measure the oxygen content and interstitial fluid pressure in cervix cancer patients. Tumour oxygen content and internal pressure of tumours may be an important factor that influences the effectiveness of radiotherapy and other treatments.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Newly diagnosed patients with carcinoma of the cervix ( 3 cm in size or larger) where an examination under anesthesia is to be performed for staging purposes
• Informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

• Patients with clinically occult cervix carcinoma