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Ovarian cancer physical examination

Introduction

Overview

Overview

Ovarian cancer physical exam findings varies from patient to another but usually the symptoms and signs are nonspecific and the cancer is discovered in its late stages. The findings in the physical exam can be palpable adnexal mass, ascites, pleural effusion, bowel obstruction.

Physical exam

Physical exam

References

References

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