Dive into key insights from ur recent Woo U CE event, Ovarian Cancer Update For Eye Care Professionals.

1. Overview of Ovarian Cancer:
Emphasized the critical need for awareness among health professionals due to the disease often being diagnosed in advanced stages.

2. Advancements in Treatment:
Discussed the evolution of surgical techniques and chemotherapy, including minimally invasive surgeries and neoadjuvant chemotherapy to reduce tumor sizes before surgery.

3. Targeted Therapies:
Shift towards precision medicine with the use of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) and PARP inhibitors, particularly beneficial for patients with BRCA mutations.

4. Ocular Considerations:
Highlighted potential ocular side effects from new treatments, such as keratopathy, underscoring the importance of monitoring by eye care professionals.

5. Interdisciplinary Collaboration:
Stressed the importance of collaboration between eye care professionals and oncologists to manage side effects and preserve vision and life quality.

For more detailed insights, check out the complete presentation and handouts on WooU.org under “Past Events”.