The American Cancer Society estimates that approximately 25,580 cases of ovarian cancer will be diagnosed in 2004. Although it accounts for less than 4% of all cancers in women, ovarian cancer causes more deaths than uterine or cervical cancer. This is because ovarian cancer often does not have signs and symptoms at its earliest stages, when it is highly curable.

At the Ireland Cancer Center, gynecologic oncologists are available to perform the very specialized surgery that is required to treat ovarian cancer. Further treatment options include chemotherapy and radiation therapy. The gynecologic cancer care team designs an individualized and comprehensive treatment program that optimizes the chances of survival for women with ovarian cancer.