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Ovarian Cancer (Patient-Centered Guides) (Paperback)

by Kristine Conner (Author), Lauren Langford (Author)

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Product Description
This unique guide for ovarian cancer gives women crucial medical information to improve the chance for lengthy remission and cure, as well as emotional support for the journey. Although many ovarian cancers are discovered after they have spread, having information about surgery, best practices, and support services can be life-saving. Ovarian Cancer includes:

Ten things to know at the time of diagnosis, for optimal outcome
How choosing a gynecologic oncology surgeon impacts survival
When and how you can consider newer chemotherapy and biological treatments, now in research trials
Stories of dozens of women living with ovarian cancer, some for many years
"Questions for Your Doctor" for all decision points
A focus on epithelial cancers, the most common and difficult to treat, with information on germ cell, sex cord-stromal cell, and low malignant potential cancers

Noted cancer writer Kristine Conner and patient advocate Lauren Langford give ovarian cancer patients this supportive and much-needed resource.

About the Author
Conner is a writer based outside Philadelphia, who specializes in topics related to healthcare, medicine, and education.

Langford was an advocate for both breast and ovarian cancer patients. She was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 1997, later died of the disease.

Product Details

Paperback: 600 pages
Publisher: Patient Centered Guides; 1 edition (May 8, 2003)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0596500165
ISBN-13: 978-0596500160
Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7 x 1.1 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)

Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (17 customer reviews)

Amazon.com Sales Rank: #523,423 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Have for All OV CA Patients, October 28, 2003

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This is a must-have guide for women with ovarian cancer and their caregivers, among others. I bought one for my doctor's office because I feel more women undergoing care for ovarian cancer could benefit from reading this book. I wish I had heard about the book sooner -- ideally as soon as I was diagnosed with OV CA or before -- when it was first suspected. The guide is full of up to the minute tips for taking as much control as possible in your health care decisions. Though I am a nurse, there was much to learn from this book and the material is presented in a very user friendly manner. As ovarian cancer is a chronic disease, it is never too late to get this book and learn the latest on treatment and support -- from initial diagnosis, through surgery, initial chemotherapy, handling the anxiety ridden periods of remission, and through the dreaded recurrences and treatments that the majority of ovarian cancer patients will encounter.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Guide on ovarian cancer rates 5 stars with survivor, July 22, 2003

By	Kay Lyn Riedel (Topeka, Kansas) - See all my reviews

I just recently finished reading Kristine Conner and Lauren Langford's book, Ovarian Cancer...Your Guide to Taking Control and I have to say it is the BEST book that I have ever read on ovarian cancer. I especially liked it because it was written by women with ovarian cancer.It includes statements and facts from doctors, but it also contains the medical histories and thoughts from many women that have experienced ovarian cancer first hand. I would highly recommend this book to anyone with ovarian cancer, whether they are newly diagnosed, in remission or somewhere in between. It would also be good reading for loved ones of women with ovarian cancer. Finally, a book on ovarian cancer from the patient's point of view. We haven't had many of those since Gilda Radner's book.
Thank you for publishing a factual guide for women with ovarian cancer. I highly recommend this book and I can't say enough good things about it.

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5.0 out of 5 stars BEST BY FAR, July 23, 2003

By	Nan (Columbus, OH United States) - See all my reviews

This book told me more in plain, understandable English than I've seen in several books combined. Good definitions, understandable research data and first person accounts all make the vital information interesting and clear. I thought I knew a fair amount about ovarian cancer, but I keep referring to it because it has so much more information and is so up-to-date. It should be read by ALL WOMEN - not just ovarian cancer patients/survivors. Excellent for caregivers, too.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Resource
Ovarian Cancer: Patient-Centered Guides is a comprehensive resource for patients with ovarian cancer and their families. Read more

Published on May 18, 2007 by Tracey L. Young

4.0 out of 5 stars Ovarian Cancer: Your Guide to Taking Control
Almost everything I have learned about ovarian cancer has been included in this book. It covers the vocabulary and the multiple treatment options. Read more

Published on January 3, 2007 by Pat Bishop

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent reference!
I discovered this book two years after having a "serous ovarian neoplasm of low-level malignant potential" removed. Read more

Published on August 2, 2006 by GoldieP

1.0 out of 5 stars Several errors - not current
I tried some of the websites in the book and they were not valid and other erroneous things that were not current. Read more

Published on April 30, 2006 by Julie

5.0 out of 5 stars comment from the author
I am glad that women and their families are finding the book helpful. Most of the information remains current, almost three years after publication. Read more

Published on January 18, 2006 by Kristine M. Conner

5.0 out of 5 stars Ovarian Cancer: Your Guide to Taking Control
This is an excellent, comprehensive guide for OVCA patients. There are many personal interviews and valuable insights provided by survivors. Read more

Published on August 15, 2005 by E. Rich

5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely essential if you have ovarian cancer
I am one of the people quoted in the book, and had the privilege of knowing both authors. We met through the ovarian cancer discussion list on www.acor.org. Read more

Published on April 9, 2005 by Deborah

5.0 out of 5 stars Very important resource
My wife received her ovarian cancer diagnosis In July 2004. The doctors didn't want to tell us too much for fear of overstressing my wife and me, and frankly, didn't have the... Read more

Published on August 30, 2004 by Concerned Spouse

5.0 out of 5 stars VERY INFORMATIVE & HELPFUL
When I learned that I had Ovarian Cancer I was at a loss as to where to turn. My daughter sent this book to me from Boston and I devoured it. Read more

Published on August 23, 2004 by K. A. Cowden

5.0 out of 5 stars Buy this book
This is probably the best book currently available for ovarian cancer patients and their families. Published in 2003, the information is relatively current. Read more

Published on March 9, 2004 by R.Mistler

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