Ovarian tumors of low malignant potential (OLMPT; formerly referred to as borderline tumors) account for about 15% of EOC. They are most often serous or mucinous cell types. They often develop into large masses that may cause symptoms, but they only rarely metastasize, that is, spread to other areas. Often, removal of the tumor, even at more advanced stages, can be a cure.
What is the difference between FOBT and FIT? The main use of tests for occult blood in the stool (FIT and FOBT) is to screen for colon polyps or early colon can... more