Ovarian Cancer:
CTCA Information

There are several types of ovarian cancer of which you need to be aware. The most common, epithelial carcinoma, grows on the outer surface of the ovary. Two less common types of ovarian cancer are germ-cell tumors and stromal tumors. Cancer cells from all three types of ovarian cancer may move into the bloodstream by way of the lymphatic system and spread to other parts of the body.

The Risk Factors of Ovarian Cancer

While the exact cause of ovarian cancer is not known, there is evidence of a genetic predisposition. If you have a first-degree relative with ovarian cancer, you are at a higher risk than those who do not have a close relative with ovarian cancer. Moreover, your risk of ovarian cancer increases if more than one first-degree relative has ovarian cancer.

Cancer Treatment Centers of America: Fighting Ovarian Cancer

Factors such as your age, your general health, and the stage of your ovarian cancer influence the type of therapies you may receive. Cancer Treatment Centers of America's cancer experts work closely with you to determine an appropriate combination of treatments. Our ovarian cancer treatments can include surgery, intraperitoneal chemotherapy, and autologous stem cell rescue with post transplant immunotherapy.

CTCA also enriches your ovarian cancer treatment by offering complementary and alternative therapies that treat the whole person, not just the ovarian cancer.

Ovarian Cancer - More Information from Cancer Center

Please use the links on this page for information on ovarian cancer screening. If you have ovarian cancer and are considering CTCA for treatment, please call the toll-free number on this page or visit our Ovarian Cancer Center at this link: CTCA Ovarian Cancer Center.

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