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A Krukenberg tumor refers to a malignancy in the ovary that metastasized from a primary site, classically the gastrointestinal tract, although it can arise in other tissues such as the breast. [1] Gastric adenocarcinoma, especially at the pylorus, is the most common source. [2] Krukenberg tumors are often (over 80%) [2] found in both ovaries ...
The American Cancer Society reports 5-year relative survival rates of over 70% for women with stage 0-III breast cancer with a 5-year relative survival rate close to 100% for women with stage 0 or stage I breast cancer. The 5-year relative survival rate drops to 22% for women with stage IV (metastatic) breast cancer. [3]
Deaths. 161,100 (2015) [9] Ovarian cancer is a cancerous tumor of an ovary. [10] It may originate from the ovary itself or more commonly from communicating nearby structures such as fallopian tubes or the inner lining of the abdomen. [3][11] The ovary is made up of three different cell types including epithelial cells, germ cells, and stromal ...
The American Cancer Society (ACS) estimates that about 1 in 87 women will receive the same news in their lifetime, and about 20,000 people will be diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2024.
High-grade serous carcinoma (HGSC) is a type of tumour that arises from the serous epithelial layer in the abdominopelvic cavity and is mainly found in the ovary. HGSCs make up the majority of ovarian cancer cases [1] and have the lowest survival rates. [2] HGSC is distinct from low-grade serous carcinoma (LGSC) which arises from ovarian tissue ...
t. e. Gynecologic cancer is a type of cancer that affects the female reproductive system, including ovarian cancer, uterine cancer, vaginal cancer, cervical cancer, and vulvar cancer. Gynecological cancers comprise 10-15% of women's cancers, mainly affecting women past reproductive age but posing threats to fertility for younger patients. [1]
The risk of mucinous tumors is significantly associated with smoking: relative risk for current smokers 2.22 (2.22 times the risk for non-smokers) and 2.02 for past smokers. Risk is also associated with smoking duration: relative risk per 20 years was 1.44. See article by Tworoger SS in Cancer March 1, 2008 using data from the Nurses Health Study.
Childhood cancer is cancer in a child. About 80% of childhood cancer cases in high-income countries can be successfully treated via modern medical treatments and optimal patient care. [2][3] However, only about 10% of children diagnosed with cancer reside in high-income countries where the necessary treatments and care is available. [4][5 ...