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Recurrence Prevention & Management

Ovarian cancer is considered to be cured if there is no evidence of recurrence within five years. Most experts feel that a more accurate window is ten years. Discover what you can do to optimize your chance of cure and what to do in the event of a recurrence.
Ovarian Cancer : Treatment Options for Recurrence
Ovarian cancer is back or it never went away after the first set of treatments. What are the treatment options for recurrent ovarian cancer?
Ovarian Cancer: CA-125 Monitoring Recurrence
Ovarian cancer is often monitored during and after chemotherapy by CA125 levels. These levels are not always uniform in reflecting response to treatment.
Ovarian Cancer: No Further Options?
Ovarian cancer is treated by surgery and chemotherapy. The good news is that there are a number of chemotherapy drugs available which can be used in sequence for multiple recurrences. Is it possible to run out of options?
Ovarian Cancer: Follow-up Monitoring
Ovarian cancer recurrence rates are high. Learn what is used to monitor for recurrence.
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