Diagnosing Ovarian Cancer

Animation - Diagnosing Ovarian Cancer

Slide Show - Diagnosing Ovarian Cancer

Expert Videos

1. Why is ovarian cancer challenging to diagnose?

2. Is there a screening test for ovarian cancer?

3. What are the genetic risk factors for ovarian cancer?

4. How is ovarian cancer diagnosed?

5. When is a biopsy performed for ovarian cancer?

6. How is ovarian cancer staged and graded?

Patient Videos

7. Shirley's story: How was your ovarian cancer diagnosed?

8. Shirley's story: How was your ovarian cancer recurrence diagnosed?

9. Ariana's story: What challenges did you face as a young woman with ovarian cancer?

10. Ariana's story: What has been your experience with genetic testing for ovarian cancer?

Animation - Diagnosing Ovarian Cancer

This animation describes the tests and procedures doctors use to diagnose ovarian cancer. It explains how pelvic examination, transvaginal ultrasound, blood tests, and imaging tests (CT, PET, MRI), are often involved in the lead-up to a diagnosis of ovarian cancer. The only way to confirm a diagnosis of ovarian cancer is by taking a tissue sample (biopsy) and looking at the cells under a microscope. This animation also provides an overview of inherited gene mutations, as well as how ovarian cancer is staged and graded. Knowing your cancer's stage, grade and cell type will help your team plan the best treatment for you.

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Understanding Ovarian Cancer

Treating and Managing Ovarian Cancer

Understanding Clinical Trials in Ovarian Cancer

Genetic Mutations and Biomarkers in Ovarian Cancer

Animation - Diagnosing Ovarian Cancer

Slide Show - Diagnosing Ovarian Cancer

Expert Videos

1. Why is ovarian cancer challenging to diagnose?

2. Is there a screening test for ovarian cancer?

3. What are the genetic risk factors for ovarian cancer?

4. How is ovarian cancer diagnosed?

5. When is a biopsy performed for ovarian cancer?

6. How is ovarian cancer staged and graded?

Patient Videos

7. Shirley's story: How was your ovarian cancer diagnosed?

8. Shirley's story: How was your ovarian cancer recurrence diagnosed?

9. Ariana's story: What challenges did you face as a young woman with ovarian cancer?

10. Ariana's story: What has been your experience with genetic testing for ovarian cancer?

Other Modules:

Understanding Ovarian Cancer

Treating and Managing Ovarian Cancer

Understanding Clinical Trials in Ovarian Cancer

Genetic Mutations and Biomarkers in Ovarian Cancer

This educational activity has been developed by the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition in collaboration with Mechanisms in Medicine Inc.

This activity is supported by educational grants from:
Alkermes plc, AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP, Clovis Oncology, Inc., Eisai Inc., Foundation Medicine, Inc., Genentech, a Member of the Roche Group, GSK, ImmunoGen, Inc., Merck & Co, Inc., Novartis, Novocure Inc., Pfizer, Inc.

This website is part of the Animated Patient^® series developed by Mechanisms in Medicine Inc., to provide highly visual formats of learning for patients to improve their understanding, make informed decisions, and partner with their healthcare professionals for optimal outcomes.