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Disease Profile
Ovarian small cell carcinoma
Prevalence estimates on Rare Medical Network websites are calculated based on data available from numerous sources, including US and European government statistics, the NIH, Orphanet, and published epidemiologic studies. Rare disease population data is recognized to be highly variable, and based on a wide variety of source data and methodologies, so the prevalence data on this site should be assumed to be estimated and cannot be considered to be absolutely correct.
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Age of onset
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Inheritance
Autosomal dominant A pathogenic variant in only one gene copy in each cell is sufficient to cause an autosomal dominant disease.
Autosomal recessive Pathogenic variants in both copies of each gene of the chromosome are needed to cause an autosomal recessive disease and observe the mutant phenotype.
X-linked
dominant X-linked dominant inheritance, sometimes referred to as X-linked dominance, is a mode of genetic inheritance by which a dominant gene is carried on the X chromosome.
dominant X-linked dominant inheritance, sometimes referred to as X-linked dominance, is a mode of genetic inheritance by which a dominant gene is carried on the X chromosome.
X-linked
recessive Pathogenic variants in both copies of a gene on the X chromosome cause an X-linked recessive disorder.
recessive Pathogenic variants in both copies of a gene on the X chromosome cause an X-linked recessive disorder.
Mitochondrial or multigenic Mitochondrial genetic disorders can be caused by changes (mutations) in either the mitochondrial DNA or nuclear DNA that lead to dysfunction of the mitochondria and inadequate production of energy.
Multigenic or multifactor Inheritance involving many factors, of which at least one is genetic but none is of overwhelming importance, as in the causation of a disease by multiple genetic and environmental factors.
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Other names (AKA)
Small cell carcinoma of the ovary
Categories
Rare Cancers
Summary
Ovarian small
Treatment
Organizations
Support and advocacy groups can help you connect with other patients and families, and they can provide valuable services. Many develop patient-centered information and are the driving force behind research for better treatments and possible cures. They can direct you to research, resources, and services. Many organizations also have experts who serve as medical advisors or provide lists of doctors/clinics. Visit the group’s website or contact them to learn about the services they offer. Inclusion on this list is not an endorsement by GARD.
Organizations Supporting this Disease
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Minnesota Ovarian Cancer Alliance
4604 Chicago Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55407
Telephone: 612-822-0500
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: https://mnovarian.org/ -
National Ovarian Cancer Coalition
2501 Oak Lawn Avenue, Suite 435
Dallas, TX 75219
Toll-free: 888-OVARIAN
Telephone: 214-273-4200
Fax: 214-273-4201
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: https://www.ovarian.org/ -
Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance
14 Pennsylvania Plaza, Suite 2110
New York, NY 10122
Toll-free: 866-399-6262
Telephone: 212-268-1002
Fax: 202-331-2292
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: https://ocrahope.org
Organizations Providing General Support
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American Cancer Society
250 Williams Street NW
Atlanta, GA 30329
Toll-free: 1-800-227-2345
Website: https://www.cancer.org
Learn more
These resources provide more information about this condition or associated symptoms. The in-depth resources contain medical and scientific language that may be hard to understand. You may want to review these resources with a medical professional.
Where to Start
- Minnesota Ovarian Cancer Alliance provides information on ovarian cancer including Ovarian small cell carcinoma
- The National Cancer Institute provides the most current information on cancer for patients, health professionals, and the general public.
In-Depth Information
- The Monarch Initiative brings together data about this condition from humans and other species to help physicians and biomedical researchers. Monarch’s tools are designed to make it easier to compare the signs and symptoms (phenotypes) of different diseases and discover common features. This initiative is a collaboration between several academic institutions across the world and is funded by the National Institutes of Health. Visit the website to explore the biology of this condition.
- PubMed is a searchable database of medical literature and lists journal articles that discuss Ovarian small cell carcinoma. Click on the link to view a sample search on this topic.
References
- K. Münstedt, R. Estel, T. Dreyer, A. Kurata, A. Benz. Small Cell Ovarian Carcinomas – Characterisation of Two Rare Tumor Entities. Geburtshilfe Frauenheilkd. July 2013; 73(7):698-704. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3858994/.
- Lisa F Gamwell, Karen Gambaro, Maria Merziotis, Colleen Crane, Suzanna L Arcand, Valerie Bourada, Christopher Davis, Jeremy A Squire, David G Huntsman, Patricia N Tonin, Barbara C Vanderhyden. Small cell ovarian carcinoma: genomic stability and responsiveness to therapeutics. Orphanet J Rare Dis. 2013; 8(33):https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3635907/.
- About Ovarian Cancer. Minnesota Ovarian Cancer Alliance. https://mnovarian.org/about-ovarian-cancer/. Accessed 6/28/2016.
- Signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer. American Cancer Society. 02/04/2016; https://www.cancer.org/cancer/ovariancancer/detailedguide/ovarian-cancer-signs-and-symptoms.
- Jian-jun Wang, Qi Liu, Nan Wu, Xiao-die Zhou, Hai Wang, Xuan Wang, Pin Tu, Xiao-jun Zhou, Qun-li Shi. Ovarian small-cell carcinoma hypercalcemic type successfully treated: a case report and literature review. Onco Targets Ther. 2016; 9:1409-1414. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4795582/.
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