Tag: ovarian tumors

– Borderline ovarian tumors, also known as “low malignant potential” tumors, are not completely benign but also not invasive.
– Diagnosis of a borderline ovarian tumor can be suspected through imaging such as ultrasound or MRI, but the diagnosis is confirmed through microscopic assessment after surgery.
– Surgery is the primary treatment for borderline tumors, even if they have spread to other areas. Endocrine therapy may be considered in some cases.
– Fertility-sparing surgery or preservation of an unaffected ovary is often possible in young patients to avoid surgical menopause.
– Minimally invasive (laparoscopic) surgery is preferred for faster recovery and reduced risk of complications.
– Long-term follow-up care is necessary for patients with borderline ovarian tumors, with periodic imaging recommended for those with one ovary remaining.
– Approximately 10% of borderline tumors may recur, and surgical treatment is often used due to the limited response to systemic treatments like chemotherapy.
– Minimally invasive techniques are used for recurrent tumors whenever possible, and complex debulking surgeries may be performed to remove as much tumor as possible.