Dr. Dana Chase's guide to ovarian cancer surgery.
Welcome to Dr. Dana Chase’s guide for women getting surgery for ovarian cancer.
Dr. Dana Chase from Arizona Oncology has collaborated with SurvivorNet for this resource. People in the ovarian cancer community tell us that hearing advice like this, and knowing the options, has helped them make better decisions and reduce anxiety.
Dr. Dana Chase
If you are undergoing surgery for ovarian cancer, there are a few simple instructions that your doctor will go over with you beforehand. These instructions will vary from patient to patient, and may involve avoiding food for a set number of hours before your procedure or taking certain medications.
Dr. Dana Chase
Like any surgery, there are certain risks associated with ovarian cancer surgery. However, the likelihood of experiencing complications is very low. According to Dr. Dana Chase, only about 1% of women who get ovarian cancer surgery will experience any type of complication.
Dr. Dana Chase
Since doctors are making a large incision, most people experience pain after ovarian cancer surgery. However, Dr. Dana Chase explains that advances in medicine have allowed hospitals to take some major steps in helping women manage their post-surgery pain.
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