Ovarian clear-cell carcinoma
Ovarian clear-cell carcinoma (OCCC) is a type of ovarian cancer that is characterized by clear cells and is often resistant to chemotherapy. It is a rare subtype of epithelial ovarian cancer, accounting for approximately 5-25% of all ovarian cancer cases.
Epidemiology[edit | edit source]
OCCC is more common in women of Asian descent, particularly those from Japan. The average age of diagnosis is in the mid-50s.
Pathogenesis[edit | edit source]
The exact cause of OCCC is unknown, but it is thought to be associated with endometriosis, a condition in which tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside of the uterus.
Clinical Presentation[edit | edit source]
Symptoms of OCCC can be non-specific and may include abdominal pain, bloating, and changes in urinary or bowel habits.
Diagnosis[edit | edit source]
Diagnosis of OCCC is typically made through a combination of imaging studies, such as ultrasound or computed tomography (CT) scans, and tissue biopsy.
Treatment[edit | edit source]
Treatment for OCCC typically involves surgery to remove the tumor, followed by chemotherapy. However, OCCC is often resistant to traditional chemotherapy drugs, making treatment more challenging.
Prognosis[edit | edit source]
The prognosis for OCCC is generally poorer than for other types of ovarian cancer, due in part to its resistance to chemotherapy.
See Also[edit | edit source]
Ovarian clear-cell carcinoma Resources | ||
---|---|---|
|
|
Translate to: East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
Urdu,
বাংলা,
తెలుగు,
தமிழ்,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
русский,
português do Brasil,
Italian,
polski
Navigation: Wellness - Encyclopedia - Health topics - Disease Index - Drugs - World Directory - Gray's Anatomy - Keto diet - Recipes
Search WikiMD
Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro) available.
Advertise on WikiMD
WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.
Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD