NCIt definition : An invasive carcinoma that arises from the surface ovarian epithelium. The vast majority
of cases are adenocarcinomas. The most common sites of involvement are the contralateral
ovary, peritoneal cavity, para-aortic and pelvic lymph nodes, and liver. Lung and
pleura are the most common sites of extra-abdominal spread. The primary form of therapy
is surgical. The overall prognosis of ovarian carcinoma remains poor, a direct result
of its rapid growth rate and the lack of early symptoms.;
Alternative definition : NCI-GLOSS: Cancer that occurs in the cells lining the ovaries.;
Neoplastic status : Malignant;
Codes from synonyms : 10033159; CDR0000046768; CDR0000045683;