Carer, Ovary_Epithelial

Cancer of the Ovary

The ovaries^(G) are a pair of female reproductive organs that are located in the pelvis^(G). They sit either side of the uterus^(G) (womb) at the ends of the fallopian tubes^(G) and are usually about the size of an almond. The ovaries perform two functions: to produce eggs and to make female hormones.

Gynaecological Surgery – Pelvic^(G) Lymphadenectomy

A pelvic lymphadenectomy is a surgical procedure for the removal of lymph nodes^(G) in the pelvis, especially those that drain the uterus^(G), cervix^(G), fallopian tubes^(G), ovaries^(G) and upper vagina^(G). The operation is performed by removing all the tissue (mainly fat) from along the major blood vessels in the pelvis. This tissue contains the lymph nodes to be removed.

What is Gynaecological Cancer?

The term gynaecological cancer refers to all cancers of the female reproductive tract. Included are cancers of the ovary, fallopian tube, uterus^(G), cervix^(G), vagina^(G) and vulva^(G). It is most important to treat gynaecological cancer quickly and well.