Oncology & Cancer

Examining resistance to immunotherapy in ovarian cancer

A team at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) has uncovered several mechanisms of immune escape that can help explain why ovarian cancers have been resistant to immunotherapy to date.

Oncology & Cancer

Localizing BRCA gene mutations to better treat ovarian cancer

Mutations of BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes, which are inherited by 1 in 400 and 1 in 800 people respectively, significantly increase the risk of certain cancers such as ovarian, breast, pancreatic and prostate cancer.

Oncology & Cancer

Q&A: Genetic counseling after cancer diagnosis

I was diagnosed with ovarian cancer two months ago. My oncologist recommended that I undergo genetic testing as part of the treatment plan. Why is this recommended since I already have cancer? What is the benefit of testing? ...

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