Stage 1 and 2 carcinoma of the cervix: review of complications in 140 cases treated in the years 1971-1980.

: Complications of 140 cases of squamous carcinoma of the cervix treated by surgery are analyzed. Intra- and post-operative morbidity is considered; intra-operative morbidity was very low. Post-operative morbidity was mainly rappresented by early and late bladder dysfunction. Recurrence rate is analyzed; it is 10%.