Question 1

transvaginal ultrasound for ovarian cancer what are they looking for?

Accepted Answer

How the ovaries look: They are looking for how the ovaries look in terms of size and shape generally.

Question 2

could the transvaginal ultrasound not catch ovarian cancer on time before it spreads to other organs?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: The transvaginal ultrasound (u/s) is arguably the best screening tool for ovarian cancer (oca) but certainly the quality of the u/s and the state of the oca when it was discovered can affect the value of the early diagnosis.  A recent study comparing the survival of persons whose oca was detected by u/s to those diagnosed by other means showed significant increased survival in the u/s group.

Question 3

does this mean that the transvaginal ultrasound does not catch ovarian cancer on time before it spreads?

Accepted Answer

Yes: There are no good screening tests for ovarian cancer! the best tests we have for patients with a high risk for ovarian cancer is an ultrasound and a blood test called ca125. However, even doing these 2 tests every 6 months, we will still miss the majority of cancers. We need better blood tests.

Question 4

can  transvaginal ultrasound be used for early detection of ovarian cancer?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes: It is not a good screening test for the average woman.  However, some centers recommend aggressive screening for women with significant family history of ovarian cancer or genetic related issues.  In those few cases, screening with vaginal ultrasound and ca-125 blood tests may be helpful.  (but unfortunately, these tests are no where near as sensitive as colonoscopy screening for colorectal polyps.

Question 5

would an ultrasound and a transvaginal ultrasound still miss signs of ovarian cancer?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately Yes: Us cannot DX ovarian cancer, simply show signs which may be associated with it. Us may show thickened cyst walls, nodules, septations, or abnormal blood vessels. However, even with tumor markers, ovarian cancer remains a tissue diagnosis & a biopsy/surgery is needed for diagnosis. Even with today's technology, we do not have reliable tests to catch early ovarian cancer. D/w md if you have risks.

Question 6

how accurate is the transabdomen and transvaginal ultrasound for early detection of ovarian cancer?

Accepted Answer

Not very: Unfortunately, there is no good screening for ovarian cancer.  Ultrasound will show a mass if there is one and may help characterize it as likely benign or malignant.  This, with blood test and recognizing symptoms, might help with managment of a mass that is already there, but not in early detection.  
Notify your doctor if you have persistent bloating, change in bowel or bladder habits, or pain.

Question 7

how precise is the pelvic and transvaginal ultrasound for early detection of ovarian cancer?

Accepted Answer

Limited: Ultrasound, tumor marker evaluation, history, and physical exam have not been shown to be effective in adequately screening for this disease (even when used all together). This is a disease we don't really have a handle on right now. This doesn't mean patients who have pelvic pain or risk factors shouldn't be evaluated, but the tools available have not been shown to increase life expectancy.

Question 8

if i had transvaginal ultrasound 9 months ago that was all clear, is it possible to develop ovarian cancer in that time? i am having symptoms likely of perimenopause but i am worried about cancer and not sure my doctor will order another ultrasound?

Accepted Answer

: Ovarian is very less likely with a negative vaginal ultrasound 9 months ago. People do not have any symptom in early phase of ovarian cancer and that's why ovarian cancer is a deadly disease because the diagnosis is usually made at very late stage.

Question 9

does a normal transvaginal ultrasound result rule out ovarian cancer? i have pcos and terrible gas and bloating, aunt had ovarian cancer last year

Accepted Answer

US is good test: The transvaginal US is a good test for looking at the ovaries. If there were a mass there they should be able to see it on the US. If you have ovarian cancer in your family and you are concerned, you could ask your doctor to order a CA-125 blood test. This test is elevated in ovarian cancer.

Question 10

i have pubic bone pain and urinary frequency. doctor ordered a transvaginal ultrasound that came back clear. could it be ovarian cancer? (age28, brca)

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: With your symptoms it does seem to be likely diagnosis.

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If i had transvaginal ultrasound 9 months ago that was all clear, is it possible to develop ovarian cancer in that time? i am having symptoms likely of perimenopause but i am worried about cancer and not sure my doctor will order another ultrasound?

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Does a normal transvaginal ultrasound result rule out ovarian cancer? i have pcos and terrible gas and bloating, aunt had ovarian cancer last year

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