First Uterine Transposition in Canada

Montreal’s McGill University Health Centre just performed Canada’s first uterine transposition surgery — a revolutionary procedure that moves reproductive organs out of harm’s way during pelvic cancer treatment. Designed for young women battling cancers like colorectal or Hodgkin’s lymphoma, the minimally invasive surgery shields ovaries and uterus from damaging radiation, preserving fertility and preventing premature menopause. Patient Britany Fecteau, 28, became the first Canadian to undergo the two-stage procedure, calling it life-changing. Developed by Dr. Reitan Ribeiro in Brazil and now performed over 45 times globally with six natural births, this breakthrough offers a powerful alternative to egg freezing — and MUHC aims to lead the charge in making it accessible across Canada. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ad7c48add5b2ae5e