Surgery is one of the main treatments for ovarian cancer. It is usually carried out by a surgeon who specialises in gynaecological cancer surgery. The aim of ovarian cancer surgery is to remove all of the cancer or as much of it as possible. The exact type of surgery you have, and whether you have it before or after chemotherapy, will be affected by the stage of your cancer.
This section gives an overview of ovarian cancer surgery, including the different ways surgery can treat ovarian cancer and what to expect in the different stages of your recovery from ovarian cancer.
For more information on any of the topics covered, you can visit:
- Macmillan Cancer Support: Surgery explained
- Cancer Research UK: Surgery
- NHS: Ovarian cancer treatment
- Ovacome: What happens if you are diagnosed with ovarian cancer
Going through treatment?
Ask Questions: If you have questions or feel worried, talk to your doctor. They are there to help you and want you to feel comfortable.
Get Support: Talk to your family and friends. They can give you support and help you feel better. Joining a support group can also be helpful.
Stay Positive: Treatments can feel scary, but it is a big step toward getting better. Stay positive and follow your doctor’s advice to help you heal.