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    Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF)

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      Ovarian cancer is the leading cause of death from gynecologic cancers in the US

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    Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF) is the largest private non-profit organization in the United States dedicated exclusively to funding ovarian cancer research. Our mission is to fund scientific research that leads to more effective identification, treatment and ultimately a cure for ovarian cancer. Each year there will be approximately 22,000 new cases of ovarian cancer in the United States, and about 15,500 women will die of the disease. Currently there is no effective means of early detection. Since 1998, OCRF has given over $50 million for ovarian cancer research. Thanks to the generosity of our donors, OCRF sponsored researchers are developing innovative strategies for early detection; exploring the genetics that increase risk for ovarian cancer; understanding the underlying molecular biology of the disease; identifying new and better targets for treatment; and deciphering how and why ovarian cancer spreads, and how to stop it.

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      • Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF)
        Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF) answered
        On Jul 18

        How serious is ovarian cancer?

        Ovarian cancer is the leading cause of death from gynecological cancers in the United States. More than 22,000 women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer annually and 14,000 women will lose their lives to it. Know your risk. The most effective way a woman can protect herself against ovarian cancer...

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      • Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF)
        Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF) answered
        On Jul 18

        Why are clinical trials important?

        Clinical trials are the means by which medical drugs, devices and treatments are tested to determine if they work, and if they are safe. Even if a drug or treatment looks promising in a laboratory, it cannot be used to treat patients in the general public, such as women with ovarian cancer, until...

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      • Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF)
        Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF) answered
        On Jul 18

        What genes may trigger the development of clear cell ovarian cancer?

        New research based on a mouse model of clear cell ovarian cancer has helped to identify two mutated genes -- ARID1A and PIK3CA -- whose interaction appears to trigger, then hasten, the development of the cancer. The model accurately portrays the disease as it occurs in humans, and is a potential...

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      • Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF)
        Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF) answered
        On Jun 12

        What's the genetic risk of developing ovarian cancer?

        Inherited mutations in the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes account for approximately 10-15% of ovarian cancers. These mutations are most commonly found in families with a strong history of ovarian and/or breast cancer, and in Ashkenazi Jews. A woman can get these abnormal genes from one or both of her parents

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      • Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF)
        Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF) answered
        On Jun 12

        What are the symptoms of ovarian cancer?

        Symptoms of ovarian cancer can be vague and not always gynecologic, such as: a swollen or bloated abdomen or increased girth (some women notice that their pants are getting tight around the waist) persistent pressure or pain in the abdomen or pelvis difficulty eating or feeling full quickly ...

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      • Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF)
        Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF) answered
        On May 09

        Is there a better test for ovarian cancer than the one for CA-125?

        While research with CA-125 as a screening test for ovarian cancer continues, investigators are also exploring other ways to tackle the problem of early detection. One study focuses on carbohydrates called glycans, which are found on the surfaces of proteins. The pattern of glycans detected in blood.

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      • Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF)
        Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF) answered
        On May 09

        How can removal of fallopian tubes decrease risk of cancer?

        Recent studies suggest that ovarian cancer predominantly arises within the Fallopian tubes or the uterus. A group of Swedish researchers hypothesized that surgical removal of the Fallopian tubes (salpingectomy) is associated with a reduced risk for ovarian cancer. Researchers compared hundreds of..

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      • Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF)
        Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF) answered
        On Apr 13, 2017

        Can ovarian cancer be cured?

        When ovarian cancer is detected before it spreads, up to 90% of women can be cured with currently available surgery and chemotherapy. However, patients rarely notice the symptoms of ovarian cancer until it has spread to other organs. The bloating, pelvic pain and indigestion that accompany the cance

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      • Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF)
        Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF) answered
        On Apr 11, 2017

        How is ovarian cancer diagnosed?

        If a gynecologist suspects that a woman has ovarian cancer, tests will be ordered including a pelvic exam, radiological tests and blood tests. A definitive diagnosis only occurs after surgery. The most common preliminary tests are: physical examination recto-vaginal pelvic examination transvagin

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      • Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF)
        Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF) answered
        On Apr 10, 2017

        What genetic factors might affect my risk for ovarian cancer?

        An international study using data from the Ovarian Cancer Association Consortium has found six new gene regions which increase a woman’s risk for ovarian cancer. Previous studies have identified 12 epithelial ovarian cancer susceptibility alleles (an allele is one of two or more alternative forms..

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      • Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF)
        Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF) answered
        On Apr 10, 2017

        How can I find out about clinical trials for ovarian cancer?

        Your doctor may be able to tell you about local clinical trials for ovarian cancer, or you may need to seek them out on your own. One place to start is the National Library of Medicine clinical trials website, which is a registry of all federally and privately supported clinical trials conducted...

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      • Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF)
        Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF) answered
        On Mar 23, 2017

        What are the symptoms and risk factors for ovarian cancer?

        The symptoms of ovarian cancer are: vague but persistent and unexplained gastrointestinal complaints pelvic and/or abdominal swelling or pain; bloating and/or feeling of fullness unexplained change in bowel habits frequency and/or urgency of urination unexplained weight gain or loss new and..

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      • Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF)
        Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF) answered
        On Mar 22, 2017

        What kind of ovarian cancer research is being conducted?

        Ovarian cancer is the leading cause of death from gynecologic cancers in the United States, and the fifth leading cause of cancer death among American women. Advances in the fight against this terrible disease only occur through medical research focused on finding better methods of diagnosis, more..

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      • Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF)
        Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF) answered
        On Mar 21, 2017

        Why should I participate in a clinical trial?

        Clinical trials offer volunteers the opportunity to try promising new treatments at leading medical centers before they are widely available, or treatments that might not be affordable otherwise. Participants also benefit by receiving expert medical care under the close supervision of the research..

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      • Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF)
        Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF) answered
        On Mar 20, 2017

        What are the different types of clinical trials in cancer research?

        There are numerous types of clinical trials in cancer research. They are: Treatment trials test new treatments for cancer, including tests of new drugs such as chemotherapies, medical devices, approaches to surgery or radiation and a combination of therapies. Prevention trials look for better...

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