Epithelial ovarian cancer

Katherine Kurnit, Shannon N. Westin, Ritu Salani

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Abstract

This chapter provides an overview of epithelial ovarian cancer. Topics covered include epidemiology, risk factors, and tools used in diagnostic evaluation. Surgical staging and outcomes are also discussed. The main focus of the chapter is on treatment for primary and recurrent disease, including targeted therapies.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationDiSaia and Creasman Clinical Gynecologic Oncology
PublisherElsevier
Pages250-281
Number of pages32
ISBN (Electronic)9780323776844
ISBN (Print)9780323776868
DOIs
StatePublished - Jan 1 2023

Keywords

  • cytoreductive surgery
  • maintenance therapy
  • neoadjuvant chemotherapy
  • Ovarian cancer
  • recurrent ovarian cancer
  • surveillance

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Medicine

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