experiences of borderline ovarian cancer
As 2014 drew to a close yesterday evening, I watched the most stunning sunset along the Bushmans River Mouth in the Eastern Cape (South Africa). Incredible colours in the sky, reflected along the river; I could feel the trauma of the past 6 months drift away, out to the Indian Ocean, along with the tide.... Continue Reading →
From discussions in the Facebook group, it is clear that those of us who have had a BOT diagnosis have some important experiences and insights about engagement with healthcare providers and the healthcare system when undergoing a diagnosis, treatment and monitoring for BOT. These insights would be very helpful to others including BOT-ladies, their families... Continue Reading →
This is a supportive space. You can also sign up for support via email and the team send emails each day post-operatively. I found this really helpful. There are also a range of testimonies from other women, with advice on how best to prepare for your op, and some tips around recovery. http://www.hysterectomy-association.org.uk/
According to the literature the most effective follow-up method in BOT patients is represented by the combined scheme of serum CA-125 determination and abdominopelvic ultrasound evaluation.
Ovarian serous papillary borderline tumour.
Good article. Borderline ovarian tumors (BOTs) were first described as a separate group in 1929 by Taylor [1] , but only in 1973, they were accepted by the International Federation of gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) as carcinomas of low malignant potential [2] and from 1973 by the World Health Organization (WHO) as ‘borderline ovarian tumors’ [3] , the... Continue Reading →
This is what I wrote in an on-line discussion today about “loss of fertility” among young(er) women with BOT. Am I wrong to want to celebrate my health rather than mourn my “loss of fertility”? ….. it’s a really personal decision and one that - due to our own personal feelings, beliefs, circumstances and thoughts... Continue Reading →
A great website and resource but I do find it frustrating that a BOT is referred to as a cancer.Interview with a borderline ovarian tumour patient
Borderline ovarian tumour is a useful and helpful terminology that should be retained. Presence of a micropapillary pattern is not associated with a more aggressive tumour/worse outcome. W Glenn McCluggage DIAGNOSTIC HISTOPATHOLOGY 20:9 2014 Abstract Ovarian borderline tumours are relatively uncommon but not rare neoplasms. A large majority are of serous or mucinous type with other morphological... Continue Reading →
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