Dr. Oliver Dorigo on Ovarian Cancer - Current & Novel Treatment Strategies
Explore current and novel treatment strategies for ovarian cancer in this comprehensive lecture by Dr. Oliver Dorigo, Director and Associate Professor of the Division of Gynecologic Oncology at Stanford University Medical Center. Delve into the latest advancements in ovarian cancer diagnosis and specialized treatments based on cancer location and cellular anatomy. Learn about survival rates, the importance of initial surgery, modifications to conventional chemotherapy, and factors to consider in treating recurrent ovarian cancer. Discover targeted therapies, including DNA-repair mechanisms, tumor microenvironment interventions, and immunotherapy approaches such as blocking CD47 and adoptive cell transfer with genetically modified T cells. Gain valuable insights into the cutting-edge research and clinical applications being developed at Stanford's Women's Cancer Center to improve outcomes for ovarian cancer patients.