Ovarian cancer affects approximately 7,500 women in the UK annually, predominantly those over the age of 50
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Ovarian cancer affects approximately 7,500 women in the UK annually, predominantly those over the age of 50
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A straightforward blood test shows promise in accurately detecting ovarian cancer at its earliest stages, potentially revolutionising care and outcomes for women affected by the disease, researchers suggest.
The test looks for certain proteins in the blood which show the immune system is responding to the first signs of cancer
AI technique would ‘significantly’ improve outcomes for women, researchers say
The disease is considered incurable and affects around 33,000 people in the UK
Pancreatic cancer is the fifth most common cause of cancer deaths in the UK, according to the NHS
The disease is considered incurable and affects around 33,000 people in the UK
A rare hereditary condition can elevate the risk of several kinds of cancer
