We offer state-of-the-art, affordable ovarian cancer screening. An investment of half an hour of your time will provide you with the reassurance you deserve.
Facts about Ovarian Cancer:
One in 55 women in the US will be diagnosed with ovarian cancer
Ovarian cancer is the leading cause of death in all gynecological (pelvic) cancers - more than uterine, cervical, tubal, vaginal, and vulvar cancers combines
Sadly claims the lives of 16,000 women yearly
Usually diagnosed in the later stages, because standard women's annual exams and PAP smears do not detect early ovarian cancer
Late stage ovarian cancer is rarely curable and treatments are extreme
Early stage ovarian cancer cure rates and outlook are quite good, with less extreme treatmentsspan
"....Transvaginal ultrasound screening is the most effective way to detect early state ovarian cancers and save lives." OV-Care Program in Lexington
Factors that Increase Risk for Ovarian Cancer:
First degree relative with ovarian cancer
Age 50 or older
Obesity
Never having children
Prior use of fertility medication
Personal history of breast or colon cancer
History of elevated Ca-125 (cancer) blood test
However, remember that the majority of women with ovarian cancer have no prior family history or other risk factors for ovarian cancer. 30% of new cases are between 35 and 50 years of age, and ANY woman (regardless of risk factors) has a 1 in 55 lifetime risk for ovarian cancer.
Our Program:
A 20-30 minute visit which will include a full ovarian and breast cancer risk assessment
The Transvaginal Ultrasound (TVU) is simple and comfortable. No full bladder is required, and if feel comparable to the insertion of a tampon.
You receive a full written report with an explanation for you and your primary care physician or gynecologist
If indicated, a Ca-125 blood test is separate and performed by any quality reference lab of your choice
Dr. Armstrong will make the appropriate recommendations for follow-up screening intervals
