- Borderline tumors are usually benign (noncancerous) but may be malignant. Since there is a chance of them spreading, a doctor will recommend removal of the tumors.
- Borderline ovarian cancer is highly treatable with surgery. The surgeon can remove one ovary and fallopian tube, or both sets, depending on certain factors such as a woman's age and future family planning.
- Because borderline ovarian cancer isn't likely to come back, only the affected ovary and fallopian tube need to be removed.
- Women who have just one ovary and fallopian tube removed can still have children. Some women who have gone through menopause or don't want to have children can opt to have both taken out.
- Further treatment, such as chemotherapy and radiotherapy, isn't necessary after surgery because of the unlikelihood of the cancer returning.
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