Digital Guide: Ovarian Cancer Surgery - Denver

Several physicians contribute to a guide for understanding ovarian cancer surgery.

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Welcome to a guide from various physicians for women getting surgery for ovarian cancer. Dr. Saketh Guntupalli, Dr. Daynelle Dedmond, and Dr. Marta Crispens have 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.

Your Digital Guide begins below: 10 Chapters / 10 Video Segments

What to Expect from Ovarian Cancer Surgery (1)
1. Surgery for Ovarian Cancer: What to Expect

Dr. Daynelle Dedmond

Experts in the field explain the types of surgery used during ovarian cancer treatment.

The Timeline from Diagnosis to Surgery (1)
2. Ovarian Cancer Treatment: The Timeline From Diagnosis to Surgery

Dr. Saketh Guntupalli

For upfront ovarian cancer surgery, experts say that the time from diagnosis to the operating room is typically two weeks or less.

Surgery for Different Stages of Ovarian Cancer (1)
3. Surgery for Different Stages of Ovarian Cancer

Dr. Marta Crispens

Ovarian cancer patients can present with different symptoms and stages, which will result in different surgical approaches to combatting their ovarian cancer.

Making Treatment Decisions for Ovarian Cancer (1)
4. Ovarian Cancer — Making Treatment Decisions

Dr. Daynelle Dedmond

Experts in the field explain what to consider when choosing an ovarian cancer surgeon.

How to Know When Minimally Invasive Surgery is Appropriate (1)
5. When It’s Appropriate to Have Minimally Invasive Surgery for Ovarian Cancer

Dr. Daynelle Dedmond

Oncologists explain why minimally invasive surgery isn't always the best approach for treating ovarian cancer.

How to Choose an Ovarian Cancer Surgeon (1)
6. How Do I Choose An Ovarian Cancer Surgeon?

Dr. Saketh Guntupalli

Choosing an ovarian cancer surgeon? Experts explain why volume, comfort, and communication are key.

What Debulking Surgery Can Do for Ovarian Cancer (1)
7. The Goal of Debulking Surgery for Ovarian Cancer

Dr. Saketh Guntupalli

Experts in the field explain the goal of debulking surgery for ovarian cancer.

What to Expect from Minimally Invasive Surgery (1)
8. Minimally Invasive Surgery for Ovarian Cancer: What to Expect

Dr. Daynelle Dedmond

Sometimes women with ovarian cancer can qualify for minimally invasive surgery with an easier recovery time and less scarring.

Risks and Complications of Debulking Surgery (1)
9. Risks and Complications of Debulking Surgery for Ovarian Cancer

Dr. Saketh Guntupalli

Cancer treatment teams must consider several aspects, like size and location of the tumor, medical history, and frailty, before embarking on debulking surgery.

Reducing Anxiety Around Debulking Surgery (1)
10. Reducing Anxiety Around Debulking Surgery for Ovarian Cancer

Dr. Saketh Guntupalli

Debulking Surgery for Ovarian Cancer: How to Prepare

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