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Cancer originating in or on the ovary
Ovarian cancer is a cancerous tumor of an ovary. It may originate from the ovary itself or more commonly from communicating nearby structures such as fallopian
Ovarian_cancer
Hormonal disorder in women
Polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS), previously called polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), is the most common hormonal disorder in women of
Polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome
Polyendocrine_metabolic_ovarian_syndrome
Fluid-filled sac in the ovary
inflammatory disease may also result in cysts. Rarely, cysts may be a form of ovarian cancer. Diagnosis is undertaken by pelvic examination with a pelvic ultrasound
Ovarian_cyst
Topics referred to by the same term
Epithelial ovarian cancer, or ovarian cancer of the epithelial cells, could be referring to: Surface epithelial-stromal tumor (SESTs), also known as ovarian adenocarcinoma
Epithelial_ovarian_cancer
Gene known for its role in breast cancer
EOCs are the most common type of ovarian cancer, representing approximately 90% of ovarian cancers. In serous ovarian carcinomas, a sub-category constituting
BRCA1
Female reproductive organ that produces egg cells
alongside the lateral wall of the uterus in a region called the ovarian fossa. The ovarian fossa is the region that is bounded by the external iliac artery
Ovary
English footballer (born 1995)
ambassador for Ovarian Cancer Action. In February 2023, she announced her captaincy for Walk in Her Name initiative in March for Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month
Beth_Mead
at the Washington Cancer Institute at the MedStar Washington Hospital Center. Among patients with stage III epithelial ovarian cancer, the addition of
Paul_Sugarbaker
Cancer of the female reproductive system
Gynecologic cancer is a type of cancer that affects the female reproductive system, including ovarian cancer, uterine cancer, vaginal cancer, cervical cancer, and
Gynecologic_cancer
Process which prevents follicles from ovulating
XX (November 2008). "Ovarian ageing, follicle depletion, and cancer: a hypothesis for the aetiology of epithelial ovarian cancer involving follicle depletion"
Follicular_atresia
Medical condition
breast–ovarian cancer syndromes (HBOC) are cancer syndromes that produce higher than normal levels of breast cancer, ovarian cancer and additional cancers in
Hereditary breast–ovarian cancer syndrome
Hereditary_breast–ovarian_cancer_syndrome
Inherited genetic condition that predisposes a person to cancer
inherited cancer syndromes are hereditary breast-ovarian cancer syndrome and hereditary non-polyposis colon cancer (Lynch syndrome). Hereditary cancer syndromes
Hereditary_cancer_syndrome
American actress and comedian (1946–1989)
Show. After nearly a year of misdiagnoses, Radner was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 1986 and died from the disease in 1989. Shortly before her death
Gilda_Radner
Medical condition
Primary peritoneal cancer or carcinoma is also known as serous surface papillary carcinoma, primary peritoneal carcinoma, extra-ovarian serous carcinoma
Primary_peritoneal_carcinoma
Medical condition
time. It has a very superficial resemblance to the most common type of ovarian cancer (serous carcinoma of the ovary) under the microscope; however, (1) it
Ovarian_serous_cystadenoma
Phyllosilicate mineral in the pyrophyllite-talc group
could cause ovarian cancer, no conclusive evidence had been shown. Further, a 2008 European Journal of Cancer Prevention review of ovarian cancer and talc
Talc
Medical condition
genes may produce a hereditary breast–ovarian cancer syndrome in affected persons. Only 5–10% of breast cancer cases in women are attributed to BRCA1
BRCA_mutation
Medication
injection into a vein (intravenous) and used for colon cancer, lung cancer, ovarian cancer, glioblastoma, hepatocellular carcinoma, and renal-cell carcinoma. In
Bevacizumab
list of notable people who have or had ovarian cancer, whose illness attracted publicity. Ovarian cancer is a cancer that forms in or on an ovary. It results
List of people with ovarian cancer
List_of_people_with_ovarian_cancer
Cell cycle regulation pathway
regulator of ovarian cancer. PIM kinases are over expressed in many types of cancers and they also contribute to the regulation of ovarian cancer. PIM are
PI3K/AKT/mTOR_pathway
American actor (1933–2016)
death from ovarian cancer led to his active involvement in promoting cancer awareness and treatment, helping found the Gilda Radner Ovarian Cancer Detection
Gene_Wilder
Hormone therapy used to treat symptoms of menopause
if the ovaries are surgically removed, as can be done to treat ovarian or uterine cancer. Demographically, the vast majority of data available is in postmenopausal
Hormone_replacement_therapy
American actress (1950–2007)
Nations High Commissioner for Refugees. Bertrand, who was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 1999, also founded the Give Love Give Life organization with Trudell;
Marcheline_Bertrand
Medical condition
this type are also called ovarian adenocarcinoma. This group of tumors accounts for 90% to 95% of all cases of ovarian cancer; however is mainly only found
Surface epithelial-stromal tumor
Surface_epithelial-stromal_tumor
Group of diseases involving cell growth
useful in cancer types including breast cancer, colorectal cancer, pancreatic cancer, osteogenic sarcoma, testicular cancer, ovarian cancer and certain
Cancer
Type of germ cell tumor
Cancer Institute. 2011-02-02. Retrieved 20 December 2017. Noor MR, Hseon TE, Jeffrey LJ, eds. (2014). "Ovarian Germ Cell Tumors". Gynaecologic Cancer:
Teratoma
Autosomal dominant genetic condition associated with a high risk of cancer in the colon
associated with a high risk of colon cancer and secondarily most associated with endometrial cancer, as well as ovarian, stomach, small intestine, hepatobiliary
Hereditary nonpolyposis colorectal cancer
Hereditary_nonpolyposis_colorectal_cancer
Medical specialty
focuses on cancers of the female reproductive system, including ovarian cancer, uterine cancer, vaginal cancer, cervical cancer, and vulvar cancer. As specialists
Gynecologic_oncology
Presence of cells originating from another individual
reduced hazard rates of ovarian cancer than women testing negative. Pregnancy at older ages can reduce risk of ovarian cancer. Numbers of microchimeric
Microchimerism
Medical treatment in addition to a primary treatment to maximise effectiveness
com/health/breast-cancer-treatment/AT99999PAGE=AT000[permanent dead link] "Survival Rates for Ovarian Cancer, by Stage". American Cancer Society. Archived
Adjuvant_therapy
Erectile female sexual organ
Catania, K. C.; Glickman, S. E.; Place, N. J. (December 2003). "Variation in ovarian morphology in four species of New World moles with a peniform clitoris"
Clitoris
useful in patients who have platinum-resistant ovarian cancer. From 2012 to 2016, six ovarian cancer patients who could not be treated with conventional
Metronomic_therapy
U.S. nonprofit organization
Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance (OCRA) (also known as Ovarian Cancer Research Fund and Ovarian Cancer Research Fund Alliance) is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit
Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance
Ovarian_Cancer_Research_Alliance
Ovarian Cancer Action is a charity based in the United Kingdom that funds scientific research both nationally and internationally. Nationally, the organisation
Ovarian_Cancer_Action
Benign, borderline, or malignant neoplasm involving the ovary
Ovarian tumors, or ovarian neoplasms, are tumors in the ovary. Not all are ovarian cancer. They consist of mainly solid tissue, while ovarian cysts contain
Ovarian_tumor
Indian actress (born 1970)
an author to the novel Healed: How Cancer Gave Me a New Life; which is an account of her struggle with ovarian cancer. Koirala is frequently cited as one
Manisha_Koirala
Hospital in New York, United States
Tumors Ovarian Cancer Pancreatic Cancer Pediatric Cancer & Blood Disorders Penile Cancer Prostate Cancer Sarcoma & Other Soft Tissue Tumors Skin Cancers other
Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center
Roswell_Park_Comprehensive_Cancer_Center
Negative regulation (or limiting) of body weight and cell proliferation
reported no cancer recurrence and no side effects. The ovarian cancer patient experienced a 50% decline in the amount of the ovarian cancer marker protein
H19_(gene)
Medical condition
fallopian tube cancer (PFTC), also known as tubal cancer, is a malignant neoplasm that originates from the fallopian tube. Along with primary ovarian and peritoneal
Fallopian_tube_cancer
Chemical compound
chemotherapy medication for the treatment of advanced soft-tissue sarcoma and ovarian cancer. The most common adverse reactions include nausea, fatigue, vomiting
Trabectedin
Australian actress (1948–1991)
after their father died in 1986. In 1987, Harris was diagnosed with ovarian cancer, the same disease that had claimed her own mother's life. She had the
Cassandra_Harris
American chef (1976–2026)
underrepresented among chefs. After her 2016 ovarian cancer diagnosis, Simone became active with the Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance, joining the board of
Elle_Simone
Surgical procedure in cancer treatment
visible disease from the abdominal cavity. It is often used to treat ovarian cancer but can also be used for other abdominal malignancies. CRS is often
Cytoreductive_surgery
tumor Fallopian tube cancer Gestational trophoblastic tumor Kidney cancer Leydig cell tumour Ovarian cancer Ovarian epithelial cancer (surface epithelial-stromal
List_of_cancer_types
Canadian actress (born 1982)
Battle with Ovarian Cancer". People. Archived from the original on November 30, 2020. Retrieved March 15, 2022. "Cobie Smulders draws on cancer survival
Cobie_Smulders
Professional medical organisation
women with abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB) in the reproductive years. Ovarian cancer is staged using the FIGO staging system and uses information obtained
International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics
International_Federation_of_Gynecology_and_Obstetrics
Uterine cancer that is located in tissues lining the uterus
ovarian cancer. Ovarian and endometrial cancer develop simultaneously in 20% of people. Endometrial cancer nearly always develops before colon cancer
Endometrial_cancer
American actress (born 1975)
and died of ovarian cancer, while her grandmother died of ovarian cancer. Her aunt, who had the same BRCA1 defect, died of breast cancer three months
Angelina_Jolie
Medical condition
majority of ovarian cancer cases and have the lowest survival rates. HGSC is distinct from low-grade serous carcinoma (LGSC) which arises from ovarian tissue
High-grade_serous_carcinoma
American television personality (1980-2014)
filmed in November 2005, she revealed that she had been diagnosed with ovarian cancer, to the surprise of both the cast and the production company. Her final
Diem_Brown
Chemical compound
infections in humans. Drug-screening reveals auranofin induces apoptosis in ovarian cancer cells in vitro. When mice with Protein kinase Cι (PKCι)–dependent KP
Auranofin
Medical area for women's reproductive health
to certain gynaecology based cancers. With ovarian cancer black women tended to present with more advanced ovarian cancer compared to white women, so were
Gynaecology
Surgical clipping, removal or blocking of the fallopian tubes
developing ovarian or fallopian tube cancer later in life. This is true both for patients who are already known to be at high risk for ovarian or fallopian
Tubal_ligation
Canadian actress and singer (1951–2010)
from the University of Notre Dame in May 2012. Dolman suffered from ovarian cancer and died on August 21, 2010, in Pacific Palisades, California, at the
Nancy_Dolman
vascularization pathway in ovarian cancer that is currently poorly understood in the ovarian cancer context. Major markers of VM in ovarian cancers include: VE-cadherin
Vasculogenic_mimicry
Tubes in the human female reproductive system
represents a significant portion of what has previously been classified as ovarian cancer, as much as 80 per cent. These are classed as serous carcinomas, and
Fallopian_tube
American television actress (1937–2019)
degree in 1989. Owen's daughter Polly said that the actress died of ovarian cancer on February 21, 2019, at the age of 81. Butch Patrick, her co-star on
Beverley_Owen
American nonprofit organization
The Wisconsin Ovarian Cancer Alliance (WOCA) was founded in May 2001 to bring attention to ovarian cancer, as well as provide education, encourage advocacy
Wisconsin Ovarian Cancer Alliance
Wisconsin_Ovarian_Cancer_Alliance
American actress, singer, and model (born 1973)
west of Westlake Village. In December 2022, Wilson was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. "Teen chosen at pageant". The Oregonian. November 27, 1989. p. C3 –
Bridgette_Wilson
Gene known for its role in breast cancer
higher risk of ovarian cancer and a lower risk of prostate cancer than mutations in other parts of the gene. Several other types of cancer[which?] have
BRCA2
Loss of reproductive and hormonal function of the ovaries before age 40
Primary ovarian insufficiency (POI), also called premature ovarian insufficiency and premature ovarian failure, is the partial or total loss of reproductive
Primary_ovarian_insufficiency
Type of therapy
clinical activity against a number of different cancers including glioblastoma, ovarian cancer, and lung cancer. VAL-083 is currently undergoing Phase 2 and
Targeted_therapy
Surgical removal of the ovary or ovaries
of diseases such as ovarian cysts or cancer; as prophylaxis to reduce the chances of developing ovarian cancer or breast cancer; or in conjunction with
Oophorectomy
American actor (born 1972)
when Scott was 15 years old. That same year, his mother died from ovarian cancer. Foley attended Ladue High School, before graduating from Clayton High
Scott_Foley
Part of the female reproductive tract
lymph nodes, or both. Vaginal cancer and vulvar cancer are very rare, and primarily affect older women. Cervical cancer (which is relatively common) increases
Vagina
Fictional character from Hollyoaks
Diane was killed-off on 13 May 2026 after featuring in a high-profile ovarian cancer storyline, which eventually claimed her life. Diane made temporary departures
Diane_Hutchinson
developing certain cancers such as breast and ovarian cancers. Germline defects in BRCA1/BRCA2 genes account for up to 5% of breast cancer cases. Poly (ADP
HRDetect
Chemical compound (cancer therapy drug)
a medication for the maintenance treatment of BRCA-mutated advanced ovarian cancer in adults. It is a PARP inhibitor, inhibiting poly ADP ribose polymerase
Olaparib
Protein of the mucin family
breast cancer. MUC-1 is over expressed in over 90% of all epithelial ovarian cancer. Currently, MUC-1 CT is being used to create therapies for ovarian cancer
Mucin-1
American gymnast (born 1977)
2026. "Shannon Miller cancer". Onco Daily. Retrieved March 30, 2026. "Olympic Gymnast Shannon Miller Opens Up About Ovarian Cancer". Parade. Retrieved March
Shannon_Miller
Long non-coding RNA from the antisense strand in homeobox A
various different cancers, including breast cancer, lung cancer, ovarian cancer, gastric cancer, colorectal cancer, glioma, and cervical cancer. Some studies
HOXA11-AS1
Occurring only in adult humans and wild bush rats, their function is unknown. Ovarian stromal tumors having a predominant pattern of fibroma or thecoma but also
Reinke_crystals
Vaccine that either treats existing cancer or prevents development of cancer
gastroesophageal cancer, lung cancer, pancreatic cancer, prostate cancer, ovarian cancer, and colorectal cancers. The antigens included peptides from HER2, telomerase
Cancer_vaccine
Greenish-blue color
Retrieved 22 June 2021. "Ovarian Cancer National Alliance – We work to save women's lives". Ovarian Cancer National Alliance. "Cancer screening". www.bbc.co
Teal
2024 American film
cancer. Her family has a notable history of cancer, with her mother surviving both ovarian and breast cancer, and her aunt dying from ovarian cancer.
Love,_Danielle
Medical intervention
advanced ovarian cancer who have already been treated with at least two chemotherapies and have a BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene mutation. In colon cancer, epigenetic
Cancer_treatment
Medical condition
side. Endometriomas can increase the risk of ovarian cancer in reproductive women, decrease normal ovarian function, and cause pain in the pelvis during
Endometrioma
American gynecologic oncologist
Lengyel directs the Ovarian Cancer Research Laboratory, a translational research laboratory focused on understanding ovarian cancer metastasis and on developing
Ernst_Lengyel
Medical condition
tumor, representing 1% of all teratomas, 1% of all ovarian cancers, and 35.6% of malignant ovarian germ cell tumors. It displays a specific age of incidence
Immature_teratoma
American pool player (born 1971)
“Jeanette Lee Vs”, sharing her beginnings, her journey with Stage 4 Ovarian Cancer, and how her experiences have built her into who she is today. Lee voices
Jeanette_Lee
American actress (born 1948)
of female film directors List of breast cancer patients by survival status List of women with ovarian cancer "Kathy Bates - Biography". Archived from
Kathy_Bates
Medical condition
types of ovarian diseases exist. Some of the ovarian diseases or disorders include: endometriosis, ovarian cysts, ovarian epithelial cancer, ovarian germ
Ovarian_disease
Surgical removal of fallopian tube
pregnancy, cancer—typically ovarian cancer—treatment and prevention, and as a form of contraception. Salpingectomy is sometimes preferred over its ovarian tube-sparing
Salpingectomy
Number of times a female has given birth to a baby
risk for other conditions as well, including risk for breast, ovarian, and endometrial cancer. Knowing a patient’s obstetric history in a prenatal assessment
Gravidity_and_parity
Application of medical ultrasonography to the female pelvic organs
for this cancer. There is consensus that women with only average risk for ovarian cancer should not be screened with this procedure for cancer. Sonohysterography
Gynecologic_ultrasonography
Medical condition
other cancers such as hereditary nonpolyposis colorectal cancer, also known as the Lynch syndrome, increases the risk of developing ovarian cancer. Pregnancy
Ovarian_germ_cell_tumors
Pathology protocol to assess cancer risk
this organ. Women with either a strong family history of breast and ovarian cancer or a documented inherited (germline) mutation in a BRCA gene are encouraged
SEE-FIM_Protocol
Canadian comedian and actor (born 1950)
adopted three children: Katherine, Oliver, and Henry. Dolman died of ovarian cancer on August 21, 2010. Two years later, while promoting Madagascar 3 on
Martin_Short
Pharmacological enzyme inhibitors of poly (ADP-ribose) polymerases
platinum-sensitive ovarian cancer, as evidenced mainly by olaparib added to conventional treatment. In addition to their use in cancer therapy, PARP inhibitors
PARP_inhibitor
Mammalian protein found in Homo sapiens
Mucin-16 (MUC-16) also known as Ovarian cancer-related tumor marker CA125 is a protein that in humans is encoded by the MUC16 gene. MUC-16 is a member
Mucin-16
Part of the vulva that covers and protects the glans of the clitoris
(2011). John P. Mulhall; Luca Incrocci; Irwin Goldstein; Ray Rosen (eds.). Cancer and Sexual Health. Springer. pp. 13–22. ISBN 978-1-60761-915-4. Retrieved
Clitoral_hood
Proxy markers for certain cancers
serum CA125 with stage, grade and survival of patients with epithelial ovarian cancer at a single centre". Irish Medical Journal. 101 (8): 245–247. OCLC 270998384
Tumor_marker
Process of determining the extent of cancer spread
Breast cancer: In breast cancer classification, staging is usually based on TNM, but staging in I–IV may be used as well. Cervical and ovarian cancers: the
Cancer_staging
Australian comedian
Gynaecological Cancer Foundation. In February 2010, Kittson became the official spokesperson for the Ovarian cancer awareness month for Ovarian Cancer Australia
Jean_Kittson
Surgical technique
surgical technique performed on patients who are at higher risk of having ovarian cancer, such as individuals who may have pathogenic variants of the BRCA1 or
Prophylactic_salpingectomy
Monosaccharide sugar
studies have suggested a possible link between galactose in milk and ovarian cancer. Other studies show no correlation, even in the presence of defective
Galactose
Hospital in Lahore and Peshawar
factors in the development of cancer Prevalence and spectrum of BRCA1/2 germline mutations in Pakistani Breast and/or Ovarian Cancer families. A study to evaluate
Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital and Research Centre
Shaukat_Khanum_Memorial_Cancer_Hospital_and_Research_Centre
American poet and activist (1975–2025)
was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in August 2021. On August 2, 2022, they canceled a scheduled tour due to a recurrence of the cancer. They announced a
Andrea_Gibson
Female sex organ in mammals
human uterus is supplied by arterial blood from the uterine artery and the ovarian artery. Another anastomotic branch may also supply the uterus from anastomosis
Uterus
English musical artist (born 1979)
that she had an 80% chance of developing breast cancer and a 30% chance of developing ovarian cancer. She underwent a double mastectomy and had breast
Michelle_Heaton
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Boy/Male
Latin
Fidde.
Girl/Female
Welsh
Shield.
Boy/Male
Greek American
Gift. Also a. Poet John Keats described the moment of discovery when explorers stood 'silent upon...
Boy/Male
Irish
Surname.
Male
Romanian
 Short form of Roman Latin Marianus, MARIAN means "like Marius." In use by the Romanians. Compare with feminine Marian.
Surname or Lastname
Romanian
Romanian : from the personal name Marian, from Latin Marianus (see Mariano).English and French : from a pet form of Marie.
Female
English
Medieval variant spelling of French Marion, MARIAN means "little rebel."Â Compare with masculine Marian.
Boy/Male
Anglo Saxon
Attend.
Girl/Female
Latin American
Feminine of Darius; a Persian royal name.
Boy/Male
French
From the green hill.
Boy/Male
Sikh
Brave, Lion
Boy/Male
Hindu
Blessing, Lord Shiva
Male
Hebrew
Variant spelling of Hebrew Ovadya, OVADIA means "servant of God."
Male
English
English unisex name derived from Roman Latin Darius, DARIAN means "possesses a lot, wealthy."
Male
English
Anglicized form of Middle Welsh Urien, ORIAN means "privileged birth."
Male
Norwegian
 Norwegian form of Latin Adrianus, ARIAN means "from Hadria." Compare with another form of Arian.
Boy/Male
Hindu
Girl/Female
French Latin American Hebrew
Bitter.
Boy/Male
Hebrew
Serves God.
Boy/Male
Hindu, Indian, Marathi
Best; Excellent
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Biblical
Same as Kishi
Boy/Male
Hindu
Spirited, Energy, Nerve
Girl/Female
German, Hebrew, Latin
Wise Guardian; Ewe; Form of Regina; Queen
Girl/Female
French
Divine. Mythological ancient Roman divinity Diana was noted for beauty and swiftness; often...
Boy/Male
Indian
He was Ibn luqa he translate
Boy/Male
British, English
Tenant; Renter
Boy/Male
African, Arabic, Bengali, Gujarati, Hindu, Indian, Indonesian, Iranian, Kannada, Marathi, Muslim, Oriya, Parsi, Swahili, Tamil
Name of a Raga; Faithful; Respect; Faith; Believer of Faith
Biblical
speaking; exalting; bitter; a lamb;projecting; eloquent;
Female
French
French form of Latin Victoria, VICTOIRE means "conqueror" or "victory."
Boy/Male
Spanish
Warlike; fierce.
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a.
A variant of Straight.
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Variant of Clasp
n.
Variant of Height.
n.
Variant of Huke.
v. t.
A variant of Straiten.
n.
Variant of Felon.
n.
Something which differs in form from another thing, though really the same; as, a variant from a type in natural history; a variant of a story or a word.
v. t. & i.
Variant of Hote.
variant
of Disarray.
a.
A variant of Sovereign.
pl.
of Ovarium
a.
Alt. of Diarian
a.
Of or pertaining to an ovary.
pl.
of Ovarium
a.
Alt. of Ovarial
n.
A variant of Height.
a.
Of or pertaining to a coast.
n.
A variant of Straitness.
a.
Of or pertaining to Paros, an island in the Aegean Sea noted for its excellent statuary marble; as, Parian marble.