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The Fallopian Tube Epithelium As The Field Of Origin For Ovarian Serous Carcinoma

April 23, 2008 By: Laurentiu Category: Oncology No Comments →

Researchers report the fallopian tube fimbria rather than ovarian surface cells may be the site of origin for over 50 percent of sporadic and hereditary serous carcinoma, the most aggressive form of ovarian cancer. The new knowledge may enable earlier detection, better treatment and potential prevention of the most lethal gynecologic malignancy in Western countries.
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