
Ovarian Cancer
Cancer of the OvaryOvarian Carcinoma
📋Overview
Ovarian cancer is a malignant tumor arising from the cells of the ovary. It is the preferred modern term encompassing various types of ovarian malignancies, including epithelial, germ cell, and stromal tumors. It primarily affects adult women and is known for often being diagnosed at an advanced stage due to subtle early symptoms.
Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C1140680ICD-10-CM
C56
MeSH
D010051
SNOMED CT (US)
363443007
Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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