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• Cancer >> Ovarian Cancer >> 5-6 years since diagnosis >> Interview OV02 >> Refused consent to a colostomy if part of her bowel was affected by the cancer.

Ovarian cancer diagnosed in 1997 following abdominal bloating, altered bowel habits, weight loss and vaginal bleeding. Treated by surgical removal of ovaries and womb followed by chemotherapy.

• Cancer >> Ovarian Cancer >> 7-14 years since diagnosis >> Interview OV04 >> She trusted her doctors' judgement in making treatment decisions.

Ovarian cancer diagnosed in 1992 following abdominal swelling. Treated by surgical removal of ovaries and womb followed by chemotherapy.

• Cancer >> Ovarian Cancer >> 5-6 years since diagnosis >> Interview OV35 >> Agreed to removal of the second ovary if the first was found to be cancerous.

Ovarian cancer diagnosed in 1997 after finding a lump in her abdomen. Treated by surgical removal of both ovaries.

• Cancer >> Ovarian Cancer >> 5-6 years since diagnosis >> Interview OV39 >> Asked her surgeon to remove any affected organs during her operation rather than just taking a biopsy.

Ovarian cancer diagnosed in 1997 following abdominal pain, frequent urination, vaginal bleeding, fainting fit, and rash. Treated by surgical removal of ovaries and womb followed by chemotherapy.

• Cancer >> Ovarian Cancer >> 2-5 years since diagnosis >> Interview OV20 >> Her doctors seemed relieved when she chose to have a hysterectomy after having her ovary and tumour removed.

Ovarian cancer diagnosed in 2000 following abdominal pain and bloating, painful sex and bleeding afterwards. Treated by surgical removal of tumour, chemotherapy, then removal of ovaries and womb and more chemotherapy. Further surgery to repair a hernia.

• Cancer >> Ovarian Cancer >> Less than 2 years since diagnosis >> Interview OV42 >> Was given the choice of whether or not to have chemotherapy as well as surgery.

Ovarian cancer diagnosed in 2003 following abdominal pain (diagnosed as gall stones) and bloating. Treated by surgical removal of ovaries and womb followed by chemotherapy.

• Cancer >> Ovarian Cancer >> 2-5 years since diagnosis >> Interview OV25 >> Was told her cancer was too advanced for any treatment but demanded chemotherapy, which was effective.

Ovarian cancer diagnosed in 2000 following breathlessness and abdominal bloating. Treated with chemotherapy then surgical removal of ovaries and womb and more chemotherapy. Subsequent lumps in armpit, leg and groin treated with further chemotherapy.

• Cancer >> Ovarian Cancer >> Less than 2 years since diagnosis >> Interview OV14 >> Was offered a choice of carboplatin alone or combined with paclitaxel.

Ovarian cancer diagnosed in 2002 following abdominal ache. Treated by surgical removal of ovaries and womb followed by chemotherapy.

• Cancer >> Ovarian Cancer >> 5-6 years since diagnosis >> Interview OV29 >> Was offered the choice of radiotherapy after her chemotherapy.

Ovarian cancer diagnosed in 1998 following a vaginal discharge and bleeding. Treated by surgical removal of ovaries (previously hysterectomised) followed by chemotherapy and radiotherapy.

• Cancer >> Ovarian Cancer >> 7-14 years since diagnosis >> Interview OV01 >> Was resigned to having no more treatment for her cancer recurrences.

Ovarian cancer diagnosed in 1992 following abdominal pain. Treated by surgical removal of ovaries and womb, and chemotherapy. Recurrences treated with further chemotherapy and radiotherapy. Bowel surgery needed to treat blockages.

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Treatment decisions