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Ovarian Cancer Patients with BRCA Mutations May Fare Better than Non-Carriers
A large meta-analysis of studies on ovarian cancer survival shows that women with the BRCA mutations survive longer after diagnosed with ovarian cancer. The research team’s analysis showed that the 5-year overall survival rate for ovarian cancer was 36 percent … Continue reading
Study Argues for Increased Use of PARP Inhibitors
A study from the Oregon Health & Science University suggests that women who have a recurrence of ovarian cancer would benefit from PARP inhibitors, now being tested in women with hereditary ovarian cancer. The study enrolled women with non-hereditary ovarian cancer, … Continue reading
Chemotherapy Causes Changes in the Brain
Race, Insurance Status, Influence Treatment of Ovarian Cancer
A study of more than 47,000 women with ovarian cancer found that uninsured and Medicaid patients were less likely to receive the standard of care. Additionally, women who were African American, Hispanic or had more comorbidities or who were treated … Continue reading
Avastin Shown to Slow Tumor Growth; Not Prolong Life
Two studies of the use of Avastin in ovarian cancer showed that the drug slowed tumor growth but did not improve overall survival. “While we are looking for that silver bullet, this is a gift that shouldn’t be overlooked,” said … Continue reading
DICER Mutation Found in Numerous Rare Cancers, Including Ovarian
A recent article explores the link between a number of reproductive cancers, including ovarian, uterine and testicular cancers. These cancers all have mutations in the DICER gene, warping its function. The study can be found here An article about the … Continue reading
PARP Inhibitor Olarparib Fails to Meet Trial Endpoints
EU Approves Use of Avastin for Ovarian Cancer
2011.12.20 Victory for Women with Ovarian Cancer: Congress Agrees to Fund Needed Research, Education Programs for Fiscal Year 2012
Washington, DC—The omnibus appropriations bill passed by Congress on December 17 includes funding for three ovarian cancer research and education programs. The Ovarian Cancer National Alliance worked with thousands of advocates across the country to fight for federal funding for … Continue reading
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Bilateral Oophorectomy Associated With Higher Prevalence of Low Bone Mineral Density and Arthritis in Younger Women
A study presented at a breast cancer conference showed a link between lower bone density and removal of the ovaries. Women who had both ovaries removed before 45 years of age and who never used HRT had a lower BMD … Continue reading
Mutation in KRAS Gene May Indicate Drug Resistance in Ovarian Cancer Patients
A genetic mutation that causes a change in the KRAS pathway appears to be linked to higher likelihood of platinum resistance in women with ovarian cancer. The KRAS pathway is active in other types of tumors, including colorectal. Read the … Continue reading
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Screening Study for Ovarian Cancer
A new study of 545 women with a family history of ovarian cancer were provided annual screening with the CA-125 blood test and transvaginal ultrasound. This interval of testing with these tools did not find any early stage ovarian cancers. Read … Continue reading
