Fifth International Conference on Ovarian Cancer: Challenges and opportunities

Anil K. Sood, Nadeem R. Abu-Rustum, Richard R. Barakat, Diane C. Bodurka, Jubilee Brown, Michele L. Donato, Elizabeth A. Poynor, Judith K. Wolf, David M. Gershenson

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Abstract

Objective. This paper provides a summary of the presentations given at the Fifth International Conference on Ovarian Cancer in Houston, Texas on December 1-4, 2004. Methods and Results. The focus of this meeting was to discuss the most current information regarding development, progression, diagnosis, and therapy of ovarian cancer. The presentations at this conference were grouped into 7 sessions, and are summarized in this paper as follows: ovarian cancer biology, novel therapeutic approaches, surgical and pathological controversies, quality of life/biobehavioral aspects of ovarian cancer, screening/prevention approaches, management of uncommon ovarian cancers, and treatment controversies. Conclusion. While many challenges remain in the overall management of ovarian carcinoma, the speakers at this conference reviewed the opportunities available to scientists and clinicians to work collaboratively to make advances.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)916-923
Number of pages8
JournalGynecologic oncology
Volume97
Issue number3
DOIs
StatePublished - Jun 2005

Keywords

  • International conference
  • Meeting highlights
  • Ovarian cancer

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Oncology
  • Obstetrics and Gynecology

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