The main purpose of this program is to see whether periodically measuring CA-125 (tumor marker) levels in the blood and undergoing transvaginal ultrasounds over time will be effective in the early detection of ovarian cancer.
The program will offer twice yearly CA-125 blood tests and annual transvaginal ultrasounds to monitor women at high risk for ovarian cancer. In addition to the main purpose of providing ovarian cancer screening, the researchers would also like to build a repository of blood specimens for use in ovarian and breast cancer research and to offer genetics counseling sessions to help educate women about risk-reducing options.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
NA
Purpose
PREVENTION
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
534
Performed every 6 months, these blood samples will be drawn to measure the concentration of CA125 tumor marker. Remaining samples will be stored in a specimen repository for use in future research for ovarian and breast cancer tumor markers.
Performed annually, these pelvic ultrasounds will be used used to look for 1) enlargement of one or both ovaries or 2) suspicious or indeterminate morphometric parameters, determined by the presence of intracystic papillations, and/or mural nodularity.
Performed every 6 months, these questionnaires will ask about your health and medical history, environmental exposures, and family history.
Marsha Rivkin Center for Ovarian Cancer Research
Seattle, Washington, United States
Measuring for elevated levels of tumor marker CA-125 in the blood over time.
Time frame: Average expected time of 1 year
Performing transvaginal ultrasounds to look for any abnormalities over time.
Criteria for an abnormal scan include 1) enlargement of one or both ovaries or 2) suspicious or indeterminate morphometric parameters, determined by the presence of intracystic papillations, and/or mural nodularity. Volume calculations will determine whether the ovary is enlarged.
Time frame: Average expected time of 1 year
Performing health status questionnaires over time
Time frame: Average expected time of 1 year
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