What is Ovarian Cancer? Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment

Ovarian cancer is a type of cancer that begins in the ovaries and has a high rate of successful treatment when detected early. Prof. Dr. Hakan Kaya is an experienced gynecologic oncologist specializing in ovarian cancer surgery and treatment in Isparta, Turkey.

What is Ovarian Cancer?

The ovaries are part of the female reproductive system and produce eggs each month. Ovarian cancer begins with the uncontrolled growth of cells in these organs. The most common type is epithelial ovarian cancer, accounting for 90 percent of all cases.

Symptoms of Ovarian Cancer

• Abdominal bloating: Persistent bloating that does not go away
• Pelvic or abdominal pain: Pain outside of menstrual periods
• Early satiety: Feeling full despite eating little
• Frequent urination: Due to tumor pressure on the bladder
• Unexplained weight loss: Sudden weight loss without dieting
• Fatigue: Persistent fatigue
• Irregular menstrual bleeding

Treatment Methods

Surgical Treatment

Surgery is the primary treatment for ovarian cancer. Prof. Dr. Hakan Kaya successfully performs laparoscopic and open surgical procedures with international standards.

Chemotherapy

Applied after surgery to eliminate remaining cancer cells. Prof. Dr. Hakan Kaya works in coordination with medical oncologists to determine the most effective treatment protocol.