Ovarian Tumors
Ovarian tumors are abnormal growths that grow on or in the ovaries.
Tumors may be either benign or malignant, and they may be cysts filled
with fluids, a growth of tissues or a multiplication of abnormal cells.
Some conditions, like polycystic ovarian syndrome, make certain women
more prone to developing ovarian tumors. More than 22,000 women in the
U.S. who have ovarian tumors are diagnosed with malignancy.
Diagnosis occurs during a pelvic examination or ultrasound. Treatment
of ovarian tumors depends on their size, composure and the types of
symptoms they produce. If the diagnosis is ovarian cancer, treatment may
include laparoscopic removal of the tumors, removal of the ovaries,
radiation and chemotherapy.
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Dr. Han’s practice deals with a large spectrum
of women’s health related issues from preventive yearly checkups to obstetrics and gynecological
management. She is fluent in both
English and Korean languages.
