Ovarian Cancer

A primary or metastatic malignant neoplasm involving the ovary. Most primary malignant ovarian neoplasms are either carcinomas (serous, mucinous, or endometrioid adenocarcinomas) or malignant germ cell tumours. Metastatic malignant neoplasms to the ovary include carcinomas, lymphomas, and melanomas.

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Last updated: February 25, 2026

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Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding linked to over 50% reduction in ovarian cancer risk

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Weight management

Maintaining healthy body weight reduces ovarian cancer risk and tumor aggressiveness

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Family history of ovarian cancer

Two or more affected first-degree relatives nearly doubles ovarian cancer risk requiring specialist evaluation

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