by Katie Galvin | Oct 20, 2021 | All Cancer Keys
20th October 2021 Taking a good family history allows geneticists to triage referrals appropriately. BRCA1 and BRCA2 gene mutations are characterised by an increased risk of breast and ovarian cancers; furthermore, the genes also carry an increased risk of prostate...
by Katie Galvin | Jul 23, 2021 | All Cancer Keys
23rd July 2021 While the CA125 blood test is useful for diagnosing and monitoring people with ovarian cancer, 25% of patients with ovarian cancers will have a normal CA125 level. Therefore, the CA125 test alone is not an accurate diagnostic tool and primary care...
by Katie Galvin | Mar 19, 2021 | All Cancer Keys
19th March 2020 Potential pitfall: Persistent bloating is a common presenting symptom of ovarian cancer. Therefore, a potential missed diagnostic opportunity can occur if this is not investigated. Helpful hint: NICE NG12 guidelines recommends carrying out tests in...
by Katie Galvin | Feb 12, 2021 | All Cancer Keys
12th February 2021 Potential pitfall: Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common disorder and can mimic the symptoms of ovarian cancer. Helpful hint: NICE NG12 guidelines recommend carrying out appropriate tests for ovarian cancer in any woman of 50 or over who has...
by Katie Galvin | Jan 15, 2021 | What’s new?
15th January 2021 Missed our free GatewayC webinar on Diagnosing Ovarian Cancer? Watch our recording here. In this webinar, GatewayC met Professor Gordon Jayson, Professor of Medical Oncology at The Christie NHS Foundation Trust, who answered key questions from our...
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