Tests and scans may be overused.By Kate Yandell
"Many women with ovarian cancer that is in remission have tests and scans to check whether their cancer has recurred. But guidelines do not recommend regular scans to look for recurrence because they have not been shown to offer any benefit. A blood test to monitor for recurrence may be recommended, but its benefits have been questioned, and it may result in unnecessary anxiety and reduced quality of life."
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