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Information about ovarian cancer and treatment

Browse our expert information about symptoms, risk factors, tumour types, ovarian cancer treatment, clinical trials and more. Ovacome information resources are written and reviewed by medical professionals working in the field, so all facts and guidance are accurate and up to date.

Many of these information resources are available as printed booklets, which you can order for free here.

The symptoms of ovarian cancer

The symptoms of ovarian cancer

Information about the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer and discussing these with your GP. Read more

Published: 30th July, 2009

Updated: 3rd July, 2024

Author: Alice Keane

Surgery for ovarian cancer

Surgery for ovarian cancer

This booklet describes how ovarian cancer is treated using surgery and the different operations carried out to remove the cancer. Read more

Published: 1st June, 2015

Updated: 4th March, 2025

Author: Alice Keane

Chemotherapy

Chemotherapy

Information about the chemotherapy drugs commonly used to treat those who have ovarian cancer. Read more

Published: 3rd June, 2015

Updated: 29th June, 2024

Author: Alice Keane

Targeted therapies

Targeted therapies

Information about targeted therapies that can be used to treat ovarian cancer, including how they are used, their risks and benefits and how to access them. Read more

Published: 4th June, 2015

Updated: 24th March, 2025

Author: Alice Keane

Clinical trials

Clinical trials

Information about how clinical trials are conducted and about taking part in trials that test new treatments for ovarian cancer. Read more

Published: 5th June, 2015

Updated: 29th June, 2024

Author: Alice Keane

Getting a second opinion on ovarian cancer diagnosis or treatment

Getting a second opinion on ovarian cancer diagnosis or treatment

If you have been affected by ovarian cancer and are concerned about your diagnosis or the treatment you’ve been recommended, you can request a second opinion through the NHS. Read more

Published: 6th June, 2015

Updated: 21st November, 2023

Author: Alice Keane

Treatments for relapsed ovarian cancer

Treatments for relapsed ovarian cancer

Information for those whose ovarian cancer has come back after initial treatment. It describes what further treatments may be available and how to get a second opinion. Read more

Published: 7th June, 2015

Updated: 21st November, 2023

Author: Alice Keane

Secondary surgery for recurrent ovarian cancer

Secondary surgery for recurrent ovarian cancer

Information for people whose ovarian cancer has recurred and who want to find out more about secondary debulking surgery. Read more

Published: 8th June, 2015

Updated: 24th March, 2025

Author: Alice Keane

Tests for ovarian cancer

Tests for ovarian cancer

Information about the tests and investigations used to diagnose ovarian cancer. Read more

Published: 30th October, 2018

Updated: 28th October, 2024

Author: Alice Keane

Is there screening for ovarian cancer?

Is there screening for ovarian cancer?

Information for those who want to know what ovarian cancer screening is available, how effective it is and what research is being carried out. Read more

Published: 31st October, 2018

Updated: 29th June, 2024

Author: Alice Keane

About ovarian cancer

About ovarian cancer

Information about the different types of ovarian cancer, how it is diagnosed and treated. Read more

Published: 1st November, 2018

Updated: 4th July, 2024

Author: Alice Keane

Ovarian cancer risk factors

Ovarian cancer risk factors

The causes of ovarian cancer are largely unknown. There are however some factors than can put people at higher risk. Read more

Published: 2nd November, 2018

Updated: 20th October, 2022

Author: Alice Keane

The stages of ovarian cancer

The stages of ovarian cancer

Information about how ovarian cancer is classified into four stages when diagnosed, and what treatment can be offered for each stage. Read more

Published: 3rd November, 2018

Updated: 3rd July, 2024

Author: Alice Keane

Stage 1 ovarian cancer

Stage 1 ovarian cancer

Information for those who have been diagnosed with stage 1 ovarian cancer and want to know more about their cancer and how it is treated. Read more

Published: 4th November, 2018

Updated: 24th March, 2025

Author: Alice Keane

Stage 2 ovarian cancer

Stage 2 ovarian cancer

Information for those who have been diagnosed with stage 2 ovarian cancer and want to know more about their cancer and how it is treated. Read more

Published: 6th November, 2018

Updated: 24th March, 2025

Author: Alice Keane

Stage 3 ovarian cancer

Stage 3 ovarian cancer

Information for those who have been diagnosed with stage 3 ovarian cancer and want to know more about their cancer and how it is treated. Read more

Published: 7th November, 2018

Updated: 24th March, 2025

Author: Alice Keane

Stage 4 ovarian cancer

Stage 4 ovarian cancer

Information for those who have been diagnosed with stage 4 ovarian cancer and want to know more about their cancer and how it is treated. Read more

Published: 8th November, 2018

Updated: 24th March, 2025

Author: Alice Keane

What happens if you are diagnosed with ovarian cancer

What happens if you are diagnosed with ovarian cancer

Information about what happens when you are diagnosed with ovarian cancer, and suggests questions for you to ask to help yourself. Read more

Published: 9th November, 2018

Updated: 28th June, 2024

Author: Alice Keane

Medical terms explained

Medical terms explained

Information about some of the terms that you may have heard during appointments or in reading information about ovarian cancer. Read more

Published: 10th November, 2018

Updated: 25th March, 2025

Author: Alice Keane

BRCA testing for family members

BRCA testing for family members

Information about BRCA testing for the family members of those diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Read more

Published: 11th November, 2018

Updated: 21st July, 2023

Author: Alice Keane

Lynch syndrome and ovarian cancer

Lynch syndrome and ovarian cancer

Lynch syndrome is caused by a rare inherited genetic mutation. The condition can increase the risk of many different types of cancer, including ovarian cancer. Read more

Published: 12th November, 2018

Updated: 21st July, 2023

Author: Alice Keane

Surgical menopause

Surgical menopause

Information for those who are experiencing the menopause due to surgery and other treatment for ovarian cancer. Read more

Published: 13th November, 2018

Updated: 25th March, 2025

Author: Alice Keane

Borderline ovarian tumours

Borderline ovarian tumours

Information for those diagnosed with a borderline ovarian tumour. It describes the best care for the small group of women who have more difficult cases of BOC. Read more

Published: 17th November, 2018

Updated: 30th June, 2024

Author: Alice Keane

Clear cell carcinoma of the ovary

Clear cell carcinoma of the ovary

Information about what clear cell carcinoma of the ovary is and how it is treated. Read more

Published: 19th November, 2018

Updated: 28th June, 2024

Author: Alice Keane

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