| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2162667 | Seminars in Oncology | 2009 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
Ovarian cancer in the adolescent and young adult (AYA) population is a disease that is distinctly different with regard to risk factors, genetics, and pathology when compared to ovarian cancers occurring in older women. This article will review the theories behind ovarian carcinogenesis and attempt to elucidate why these tumors exhibit their unique biologic characteristics. Knowledge of these differences will allow us to begin to develop strategies for future research endeavors enabling improved survival in AYA women diagnosed with ovarian cancer.
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Authors
Darlene G. Gibbon, Concepcion Diaz-Arrastia,