Ovarian Cancer

Researchers evaluating investigational therapy for ovarian cancer

Published in Cancer Weekly, April 19th, 2005

For the majority of patients with advanced ovarian cancer, the current standard of care and front-line treatments - surgery and chemotherapy - are not enough to control the high recurrence rate.

Researchers at the Medical College of Ohio Hospital are further evaluating OvaRex MAb (oregovomab), an investigational therapy, to determine the extent of remission in patients who have a favorable response to surgery and chemotherapy. They are also assessing survival, quality of life, immune response, and safety.

Women with stage III or IV ovarian cancer, who qualify to participate in the ongoing clinical research, must begin taking the study medication...

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Source: Cancer Weekly (2005-04-19)

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