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| Ovarian cancer has long been called "The Silent Killer", because it usually isn't discovered until its advanced stages. In 70-75% of cases the cancer has spread to other parts of the abdomen before it is detected. There are several types of ovarian cancer. The most common type develops from the cells of the epithelium, or the surface of the ovary; these cells are epithelial cells. This accounts for about 90% of all ovarian cancers. Germ cell cancers account for 5% of ovarian cancers. This type of ovarian cancer accounts for 5% of the cases. Depending on the stage of the disease, conventional treatment options for ovarian cancer include surgery, chemotherapy, radiation and biological therapy. However, some ovarian cancer therapies may cause kidney damage. This side-effect may be prevented by drinking plenty of water. |
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