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Exploring the Role of Fallopian Ciliated Cells in the Pathogenesis of High-Grade Serous Ovarian Cancer.
International journal of molecular sciences - 24 Aug 2018
Coan Michela, Rampioni Vinciguerra Gian Luca, Cesaratto Laura, Gardenal Emanuela, Bianchet Riccardo, Dassi Erik, Vecchione Andrea, Baldassarre Gustavo, Spizzo Riccardo, Nicoloso Milena Sabrina
Abstract excerpt
High-grade serous epithelial ovarian cancer (HGSOC) is the fifth leading cause of cancer death in women and the first among gynecological malignancies. Despite an initial response to standard chemotherapy, most HGSOC patients relapse. To improve treatment options, we must continue investigating tumor biology. Tumor characteristics (e.g., risk factors and epidemiology) are valuable clues to accomplish this task....
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