Ovarian Cancer

Ovarian cancer is the 18th most common cancer worldwide. There were approximately 300,000 new diagnoses globally, according to Globocan 2020 estimates. Ovarian cancer incidence rates vary globally, and Lativia and Lithuania had the highest incidence of ovarian cancer, with the United States ranking #41.1

Ovarian Cancer

A few risk factors for ovarian cancer include:2

  • Age: Most cases of ovarian cancer occur after menopause, and half of all ovarian cancers are found in women who are 63 or older.
  • Family History: People with family history of breast cancer, ovarian cancer or colorectal cancer are at higher risk.
  • Being Overweight or Obese
  • Taking Hormone Therapy After Menopause
  • Breast Cancer History
  • Smoking

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