A glossary of terms covering all aspects of breast and ovarian cancer.
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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| CA125 |
A protein found in the blood. CA125 is known as a tumour or cancer marker as increased levels may indicate that ovarian cancer is present |
| Carboplatin |
A platinum-based chemotherapy drug |
| Carcinoma |
Another word for cancer |
| Catheter |
A tube that is inserted into the body |
| Cellulitis |
An infection of the skin caused by bacteria |
| Chemotherapy |
Treatment for cancer using drugs |
| Chromosomes |
Units of DNA in the body's cells |
| Cirrhosis |
Replacement of liver tissue by scar tissue that arises following liver disease or damage to the liver |
| Cisplatin |
A platinum-based chemotherapy drug |
| Clinical trials |
Studies that compare new treatments with standard treatments |
| Codeine |
A drug used to control pain |
| Complementary therapies |
Treatments or therapies that can be used alongside conventional treatments to enhance quality of life and improve overall wellbeing |
| Complete local excision |
See 'Breast conserving surgery' |
| Computed tomography (CT) |
A special type of X-ray that provides a three-dimensional picture of the inside of the body |
| Control group |
The group of patients in a clinical trial that receive standard treatment or care |
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