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| | Ovarian cancer - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia |
 | | Radiation therapy is rarely used in ovarian cancer in the United States. | | | The blood test was 93 % accurate as predictor of ovarian cancer with less than 4 % false positives of the 117 women studied. | | | Despite this poor prognosis, patients should keep in mind that all such studies are retrospective in nature: i.e., they can only look into past results. |
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| | The majority of ovarian cancers are the epithelial adenocarcinomas and are what most people mean when they say ovarian cancer. | | | These cancers are thought to arise directly from the peritoneum and are sometimes referred to as mesothelial adenocarcinomas or as extraovarian papillary serous cystadenocarcinomas. | | | Those with a documented familial ovarian cancer syndrome where the lifetime risk of developing ovarian cancer is about 50% are advised to have annual physical examinations and consider an annual pelvic sonogram. |
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http://www.gyncancer.com/ovarian-cancer.html
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| | Ovarian Cancer |
| | Women who think they may be at risk for developing ovarian cancer should discuss this concern with their doctor, who can plan an appropriate schedule of checkups. | | | The cancer may grow for some time before it causes pressure, pain, or other problems. | | | In fact, the more times a woman has been pregnant, the less likely she is to develop ovarian cancer. |
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http://healthlink.mcw.edu/article/958423800.html
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| | Ovarian cancer |
| | If you have a history of ovarian cancer in your family, strongly consider seeing a doctor trained to care for ovarian cancer patients so that you can talk about screening and treatment options while you are disease-free. | | | The initial chemotherapy regimen for ovarian cancer includes the combination of carboplatin (Paraplatin) and paclitaxel (Taxol).Years of clinical trials have proved this combination to be the most effective, though studies continue to look for ways to improve on it. | | | If cancer is found during surgical exploration of your abdominal cavity, the surgeon performs definitive surgical treatment at that time. |
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http://www.cnn.com/HEALTH/library/DS/00293.html
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| | Ovarian Cancer |
| | Ovarian cancer patients are urged to seek the expertise of a qualified gynecologic oncologist (a surgical specialist in female reproductive cancers) and a qualified medical oncologist with special expertise in the chemotherapeutic management of gynecologic cancer. | | | Radiation therapy is not typically used in ovarian cancer. | | | The lifetime risk of ovarian cancer in women with no family history of the disease is approximately one in 70 (1.4%). |
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| | Ovarian Cancer Program - Home |
| | The Forum brought together women with ovarian cancer, their partners, family and friends to hear information about ovarian cancer and to share their experiences and talk about issues that affect them. | | | The guide was developed by a multidisciplinary working group with input from women with ovarian cancer, their partners and carers. | | | The guide includes easy to understand information, personal perspectives from women with ovarian cancer and examples of questions women may wish to ask their doctor. |
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http://www.ovariancancerprogram.org.au
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| | OVARIAN CANCER WEB: Johns Hopkins Pathology |
| | The HERA Foundation is seeking applicants for its Ovarian Cancer Seed Grant Program. | | | Sean Patrick talks about why she chose to participate in clinical trials, the importance of a good patient-doctor relationship, the emotional challenges of living with cancer and how to make progress in the fight against ovarian cancer. | | | The Argon Beam Coagulator (ABC) May be One of the Most Useful New Surgical Tools for Ovarian Cancer Surgery |
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http://www.ovariancancer.jhmi.edu
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| | Ovarian Cancer |
| | Current theory is that a number of factors—some controllable, many not—may influence the development of ovarian cancer. | | | Even when an early stage cancer is confined to a single ovary, it is occasionally necessary to remove the other ovary and the uterus, if your doctor is concerned that the cancer will spread. | | | f all the cancers to which women are prey, this is the deadliest. |
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| | Amazon.com: Ovarian Cancer (Patient-Centered Guides): Books: Kristine Conner,Lauren Langford |
| | This unique guide for ovarian cancer gives women crucial medical information to improve the chance for lengthy remission and cure, as well as emotional support for the journey. | | | Although many ovarian cancers are discovered after they have spread, having information about surgery and best practices can be life-saving. | | | When I learned that I had Ovarian Cancer I was at a loss as to where to turn. |
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http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0596500165?v=glance
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| | eMedicine - Ovarian Cancer : Article by Agustin A Garcia, MD |
| | If a clinical suggestion of ovarian cancer is present, the patient should undergo a diagnostic and surgical procedure. | | | A European prospective, randomized, clinical trial demonstrated that this approach improves the outcome of patients with advanced ovarian cancer. | | | Estimates indicate that 1 in 70 women will develop ovarian cancer in her lifetime. |
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| | CONVERSATIONS: The International Ovarian Cancer Connection, ovarian, cancer, support, connections, education, ... |
| | Ovarian Cancer Research Notebook is a personal research notebook on Ovarian Cancer, intended to be the most comprehensive source of organized treatment information for Advanced Ovarian Cancer on the internet. | | | Ovacome is a UK-wide support group for all those concerned with ovarian cancer, involving sufferers, families, friends, care givers and health professionals. | | | With cancer it is very easy to focus on all the rotten things it brings. |
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http://www.ovarian-news.org
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| | Ovarian Cancer Information Directory - CancerIndex |
| | Ovacome (UK) A national support group for all those concerned with ovarian cancer, involving sufferers, families, friends, carers and health professionals. | | | Guidance on Use of Taxanes for Ovarian Cancer A detailed technology appraisal by the National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE). | | | Guidance on Topotecan for Ovarian Cancer A detailed technology appraisal by the National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE). |
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| | Ovarian Cancer Awareness |
| | Ovarian Cancer Awareness is a program of the Healthcare Consortium. | | | It is our purpose to provide the awareness and education to women in Columbia and Greene Counties to help them understand what the disease is, what resources are available to learn more and where to get help, and to help health professional recognize the early warning signs that often present as something else. | | | A rectovaginal pelvic exam where the doctor can feel for any mass or growth in the abdomen. |
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http://www.columbiahealthnet.org/ovarian_cancer_awareness.htm
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| | Ovarian Cancer |
| | The sooner ovarian cancer is found and treated, the better a woman's chance for recovery. | | | Why should I be concerned about ovarian cancer? | | | Where can I learn more about ovarian cancer? |
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http://www.4woman.gov/faq/ovarian.htm
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| | M. D. Anderson Cancer Center - Ovarian Cancer |
| | Learn about our open ovarian cancer clinical trials by searching our online database. | | | Learn what appears to reduce the risk and what's involved with screening. | | | - Quality of life during and after cancer therapy |
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http://www.mdanderson.org/diseases/ovarian
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| | Ovarian Cancer, OnTumor.com |
| | Ovarian Cancer: Screening, Treatment, and Followup - National Institute of Health Consensus Development Conference Statement. | | | Ask Dr. Weil - Answers questions about prevention of ovarian cancer with change of diet. | | | Book: No Time to Die, Living with Ovarian Cancer - by Liz Tilberis. |
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http://www.cancerlinksusa.com/ovarian.htm
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| | MedlinePlus: Ovarian Cancer |
| | Radiation Therapy for Gynecologic Cancers (American Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology) | | | Sexuality After Cancer Treatment: What Women Can Expect (Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research) | | | What Should You Ask Your Doctor about Ovarian Cancer? |
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http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ovariancancer.html
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| | Ovacome : Home |
| | There are also opportunities to contact other people with ovarian cancer. | | | Home Ovarian cancer Resources Real-life stories Newsletters News What you can do About us | | | Help us to help you - take part in the Ovacome 2006 UK Ovarian Cancer patient survey. |
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http://www.ovacome.org.uk
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| | WebMD Ovarian Cancer Health Center - Information on ovarian cancer symptoms and treatment |
| | When Coretta Scott King died on the evening of Jan. 30, she had ovarian cancer and was in Mexico exploring treatment options, according to her family. | | | Many Cancer Survivors Make Healthy Changes (Monday, July 25, 2005) | | | Find in-depth information here on ovarian cancer, its diagnosis, symptoms, and treatments. |
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http://www.webmd.com/diseases_and_conditions/ovarian_cancer.htm
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| | National Cancer Institute - Ovarian Cancer Home Page |
| | Ways to look for specific cancer clinical trials. | | | Information related to cancer incidence, mortality, and survival | | | Information about detection, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of ovarian cancer. |
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http://www.cancer.gov/cancer_information/cancer_type/ovarian
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| | Ovarian Cancer Clinical Trial |
| | ASSIST-Ovarian.com is a Web site designed to provide information about the ASSIST-1 and ASSIST-3 clinical trials for women with recurrent ovarian cancer. | | | Both of these Phase 3 trials are studying TLK286, an investigational cancer drug discovered and developed by Telik, Inc ("Telik"). |
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| | National Ovarian Cancer Network |
| | Your responses have provided the Ovarian Cancer Program with some interesting information about your supportive care needs. | | | The Ovarian Cancer Institute (formerly the Gynaecological Cancer Research Centre) was established to raise awareness of the impact of ovarian cancer, and to further all aspects of research into the causes, early detection, prevention, treatment and care of women with ovarian cancer. | | | Unlike breast cancer, which has an early detection test and a survival rate of 80%, there is no reliable early detection test for ovarian cancer. |
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http://www.ovca.org
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| | National Ovarian Cancer Association |
| | This award was created to celebrate and acknowledge the dedication of an individual or group who volunteers in support of NOCA's mission to overcome ovarian cancer. | | | It returns a true positive result for ONLY about 50% of Stage I ovarian cancer patients. | | | It is important to emphasize that there is no reliable early detection test for ovarian cancer: in fact screening asymptomatic women using ultrasound, blood tests or pelvic examinations is not recommended by either the Canadian or the US Task force on Preventative Health for the Screening of Ovarian Cancer. |
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http://www.ovariancanada.org
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| | Ovarian Cancer |
| | Because the symptoms of ovarian cancer are subtle and non-specific and since there are many non-cancerous conditions that can also cause similar symptoms, it is important to have regular checkups and to consult with your physician if you are experiencing any of the noted symptoms. | | | The risk of developing ovarian cancer is somewhat increased in women who have not had children, are taking fertility drugs, are obese during early adulthood, and perhaps also in those who take hormone replacement therapy. | | | The life-time risk of developing ovarian cancer is 1/70 or about 25,000 new cases each year. |
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http://www.labtestsonline.org/understanding/conditions/ovarian.html
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| | Cancer - Ovarian Cancer Control Initiative |
| | Visit Gynecologic Cancer Awareness for more information about gynecologic cancer. | | | CDC Partners with the Gynecologic Cancer Foundation NEW! | | | Among U.S. women, ovarian cancer is the seventh most common cancer and the fourth leading cause of death after lung and bronchus, breast, and colorectal cancers. |
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http://www.cdc.gov/cancer/ovarian
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| | Ovarian Cancer News |
| | The successful candidate will lead the generation and evaluation of microbial-based vaccines for the treatment of ovarian cancer using state of the art immunological assays. | | | Listen to body for signs of ovarian cancer's advance | | | Lost test, lost time for hospital cancer patient |
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http://www.topix.net/health/ovarian-cancer
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| | Home - OCRF.org |
| | OCRF is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization devoted to the formulation of early diagnostic treatment programs and research toward the ultimate conquest of ovarian cancer. | | | As OCRF strives to find a cure, it also seeks to support patients and their loved ones in understanding this disease and its treatment as well as to provide outreach programs and raise public awareness. | | | The Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF) was founded in December 1994 by Sol Schreiber to honor the memory of his wife, Ann, a distinguished public administrator and her courageous five year battle with ovarian cancer. |
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| | Ovarian Cancer - myDNA |
| | Fertility Drugs As a Risk Factor for Ovarian Cancer | | | Family History as a Risk Factor for Ovarian Cancer | | | WASHINGTON DC (myDNA News) A study shows a connection between female victims of sexual or physical violence and late-stage diagnoses of gynecologic cancers. |
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http://www.mydna.com/health/ovarian_cancer
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