Ovarian Cancer Information

Ovarian Cancer Information – A Brief Overview

An ovarian cancer diagnosis can be devastating, and trying to make sense of all the ovarian cancer information available can be further disheartening. At Florida Hospital, we understand what you are going through and hope that this brief overview of ovarian cancer information provides answers to some of your questions.

There are three types of ovarian cancer, the fifth most common cancer among women:

  • Epithelial Ovarian Cancer – accounts for approximately 85% of ovarian cancer; tumor forms on the surface of the ovaries in the epithelial cells
  • Germ Cell Cancer – this uncommon ovary cancer starts in cells that form the eggs in the ovaries; it normally affects only adolescent girls, and usually only one ovary
  • Stromal Cell Cancer – this vary rare cancer of the ovaries begins in the cells that bind ovarian tissue and produce female hormones

Cancer of the Ovaries – Know the Signs and Symptoms

Cancer of the ovaries was once known as the “silent killer”. Historically, it was thought that symptoms were only experienced in late stages of the disease, but recent ovarian cancer information dispels this belief. Symptoms can include urinary urgency and frequency, bloating, and abdominal or pelvic pain. Other less common symptoms are indigestion, constipation, pain during intercourse, menstrual irregularities and fatigue.

Robotic Surgery – Advanced Treatment for Ovary Cancer

The highly skilled gynecological oncologists at Florida Hospital Cancer Institute utilize the revolutionary da Vinci® Robotic Surgical System in performing hysterectomies and staging lymphadectomies (removal of the surrounding lymph nodes for biopsy) for early-stage ovarian cancer.  This state-of-the-art minimally invasive robotic technology offers numerous benefits over traditional surgery.

Our Expertise Extends Beyond Surgery

After surgery, you will benefit from the experienced clinical care team at FHCI as you plan your post-operative chemotherapy.  The physicians at the Florida Hospital Cancer Institute are experienced in the latest post-operative treatments including intraperitoneal chemotherapy and investigational therapy protocols for advanced and recurrent ovarian cancers. (link to FHCI clinical trials).

To find out if robotic surgery may be a treatment option for you, or for additional ovarian cancer information, contact our caring gynecological cancer team at Florida Hospital.