Germ Cell Cancer Service

Welcome to the Leeds Germ Cell Cancer Service

At Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, we provide specialist care and support for people who are being investigated for, or have been diagnosed with, a germ cell cancer, including testicular cancer and rarer ovarian forms.

Our aim is to ensure that patients receive expert care, clear information and ongoing support from diagnosis through to long-term follow-up

Our Service Offers:

Diagnosis and assessment, including specialist consultations, blood tests, ultrasound scans, CT scans and other investigations to diagnose and stage germ cell cancers.
Specialist surgical treatment, including orchidectomy (removal of the testicle) when required.
Systemic anti-cancer treatments, including chemotherapy and access to other specialist treatments where appropriate.
Care through a specialist multidisciplinary team (MDT), ensuring treatment plans are tailored to each individual’s needs.
Specialist Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) support, providing information, advice and emotional support from diagnosis onwards.
Holistic support and care planning, helping patients understand their diagnosis, treatment options and potential side effects.
Follow-up and surveillance programmes, including tumour marker monitoring, imaging and regular reviews to ensure any recurrence is identified promptly.
Fertility and wellbeing support, including access to fertility preservation services, counselling and information about the impact of treatment.
Access to a wider range of support services, including psychological support, welfare advice, community services and palliative care where appropriate.

Our Team

Our multidisciplinary team includes oncologists, urologists, specialist nurses, radiologists, pathologists and allied health professionals who work closely together to provide coordinated, expert care.

The Germ Cell Clinical Nurse Specialist Team provides a dedicated point of contact throughout the cancer journey, offering practical advice, emotional support and guidance for patients and their families from diagnosis through treatment, recovery and long-term follow-up.