Ovarian Cancer | Tumor

CURE’s ovarian cancer page is a go-to resource for oncology news and updates in the world of ovarian cancer Here, readers will find cancer articles, videos, podcasts, and more with expert insight into the latest treatments and research in ovarian cancer.

Women with Recurrent Ovarian Cancer Should Be Screened for Various Biomarkers

March 29th 2018, 10:23pm

Article

Although genomic profiling successfully identifies those with microsatellite instability status who may benefit from PD-1 inhibitor therapy, a vast amount of women may be missed if they are not also tested for high tumor mutation burden too.

Preventing Opioid Addiction in Patients With Cancer

March 28th 2018, 7:57pm

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Jaron Mark, M.D., a gynecologic oncology fellow at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, discusses the opioid crisis, and the steps that his institution is taking to combat potential addiction in women who undergo surgery for gynecologic cancer.

Ask an Expert: How Do PARP Inhibitors Work?

March 27th 2018, 7:41pm

Video

PARP inhibitors are generating a lot of excitement in the field of ovarian cancer. But how, exactly, do they work? CURE spoke with one expert to find out.

Gene Testing Can Help Improve Ovarian Cancer Care and Decision Making

March 26th 2018, 10:02pm

Article

Knowing which kind of therapy works best can help in determining the ideal cancer care for patients.

Eliminating the 'Silent Killer' in Gynecologic Cancers

March 26th 2018, 6:25pm

Article

Despite the many advances in cancer care in recent decades, one aspect that hasn’t seen much improvement is the detection of ovarian cancer in its earliest stages. Finding the disease sooner could have a big impact on survival compared with what is experienced with later diagnoses.

Checkpoint Inhibitors Induce Response, Higher Rates of Side Effects

March 26th 2018, 5:17pm

Article

“There has been a rapid expansion in the use of checkpoint inhibition in many solid tumor types,” lead author Emily Hinchcliff, M.D.

Four Individuals Named Ovarian Cancer Heroes at Inaugural Event

March 24th 2018, 4:29pm

Article

At the inaugural Ovarian Cancer Heroes gala, held in New Orleans ahead of the 49th Society of Gynecologic Oncology Annual Meeting on Women’s Cancers, four individuals — a physician, nurse navigator and two patient-turned-advocates — were awarded for the contributions they have made to increase awareness and advance research and education for ovarian cancer.

Leaving No Stone Unturned in Ovarian Cancer

March 16th 2018, 11:33pm

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Oncologists explore neoadjuvant therapy, heated chemotherapy and PARP inhibitors to find the right treatment for women with ovarian cancer.

Expert Discusses Surgical Implications of a BRCA Mutation

March 16th 2018, 12:11am

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William J. Gradishar, M.D., discusses the potential surgical implications for a woman with breast cancer who tests positive for a BRCA mutation, and why it is important to be aware of this genetic information.

Pelvic Inflammation from Chlamydia May Increase Ovarian Cancer Risk

March 15th 2018, 9:52pm

Article

Chlamydia is the most commonly reported sexually transmitted infection in the United States, and women who contract it may be at an increased risk for developing ovarian cancer.