Understanding the BRCA2 Gene and its Role in Ovarian Cancer The BRCA2 gene is one of two genes identified as having the responsibility of managing the rate of creation and growth of cells in the breasts. In addition, this gene also is involved in the management of cells in the ovaries. When the gene is … Read moreThe BRCA2 Gene and its Role in Ovarian Cancer

Who Should Consider an Oophorectomy? The term oophorectomy refers to the surgical removal of both the ovaries from a woman’s body. It can also include removal of the fallopian tubes, which is then called a salpingo-oophorectomy. But why would one want to remove such important organs? If you have a look at the articles on … Read moreOophorectomy

Hereditary nonpolyposis colorectal cancer or HNPCC, is the most common known hereditary cause of colon cancer. It is also associated with an increased risk of ovarian cancer. Another name for it is Lynch Syndrome. The majority of Hereditary Nonpolyposis Colorectal Cancers are caused by mutations in one of several genes that are responsible for correcting … Read moreOvarian Cancer and HNPCC

The Promises and Pitfalls of Ovarian Cancer Screening To date, there is no effective ovarian cancer screening test. No evidence exists that any existing screening test including CA-125, ultrasound, transvaginal sonogram, or pelvic examination reduces mortality from ovarian cancer. Ovarian cancer screening refers to the routine administration of tests on women who do not have symptoms of ovarian … Read moreOvarian Cancer Screening

A Look at Exploratory Laparotomy for Ovarian Cancer The exploratory laparotomy surgery is used for diagnosing and staging ovarian cancer. In patients who already have confirmed ovarian cancer, this type of surgery can also be used to remove as much of the tumor as possible (debulking surgery) before chemotherapy is given. To diagnose ovarian cancer, a biopsy must … Read moreExploratory Laparotomy

What You Need To Know An ovarian cancer diagnosis can be quite difficult to confirm due to the fact that symptoms are quite vague and non specific. This means that a physician is likely to employ several different methods in order to confirm your diagnosis. Taking a long look at your medical history is vital … Read moreOvarian Cancer Diagnosis

What Does it Really Mean? Stage 4 Ovarian Cancer is the most advanced form of this disease. In this stage ovarian cancer cells have metastasized and spread to other organs of the body such as the liver or lungs. Together with Stage 3, these are known as the advanced ovarian stages. See the image below for a detailed … Read moreStage 4 Ovarian Cancer

In Stage 3 Ovarian Cancer the cancer has spread outside of the pelvis into the abdominal area. This can include cancer that is found in: 3a: One or both ovaries and is grossly confined to the pelvis. Under the microscope cancer cells are found in the lining of the abdomen (peritoneum) or the omentum (a fatty … Read moreStage 3 Ovarian Cancer

Stage 2 Ovarian Cancer & How to Increase Your Survival Rate Stage 1 and Stage 2 Ovarian Cancer make up what is referred to as the early stages. It is well know that detection in the early stages greatly increases a sufferers chance of survival, as the cancer is much more treatable having not spread … Read moreStage 2 Ovarian Cancer

An Explanation of Stage 1 and What it Means to You In Stage 1 Ovarian Cancer the cancer is confined only to the ovaries. It is divided into 3 subgroups: 1a: Involves only one ovary, the capsule is intact, there is no tumor on the surface of the ovary, and no malignant cells in the abdominal fluid or … Read moreStage 1 Ovarian Cancer