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Research Notes on What Is Recurrent Ovarian Cancer
Recurrent ovarian cancer is a medical term that signifies that ovarian cancer has returned after a period of time in which it was not detected. Between 70% to 90% of ovarian cancer patients will experience recurrent ovarian cancer. Patients who are initially diagnosed with a later stage of ovarian cancer appear more likely to experience recurring ovarian cancer.1
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- Patients who are believed to be experiencing recurrent ovarian cancer will undergo testing similar to tests used to make an original diagnosis.2
- Treatment options for recurrent ovarian cancer depend on several factors, including the length of time since the initial therapy, and the stage of which the recurring cancer is diagnosed.2
- Chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and surgical options are all possible treatments for recurring ovarian cancer.2
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Research Notes References
- ↑ Ovarian Cancer National Alliance: What Is Recurrent Ovarian Cancer?
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Johns Hopkins Pathology: What Is Recurrent Ovarian Cancer?
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- Contributor: Susan Scroggins
- Reviewer: Nicole Kinsey
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- Last update: Oct. 27, 2009
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- Contributor: Susan Scroggins
- Reviewer: Nicole Kinsey
- Supervised by: The OrganizedWisdom Physician Review Team
- Redirects: What is recurrent ovarian cancer?, What's recurring ovarian cancer, Recurring Cancer of the Ovary
- Last update: Oct. 27, 2009
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