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Primary Peritoneal Cancer

Primary peritoneal carcinoma (PPC) arises from the abdominal lining and behaves much like epithelial ovarian cancer. Diagnosis uses imaging, CA-125, and biopsy. Standard care remains cytoreductive surgery plus platinum-based chemotherapy; PARP inhibitors are now commonly used as maintenance in eligible patients. Long-term surveillance and genetic testing are important.

Peritoneal Cancer

Primary peritoneal carcinoma is a rare, ovarian-type cancer of the abdominal lining. It causes vague symptoms such as bloating and abdominal pain and is treated like advanced ovarian cancer with surgery, platinum-based chemotherapy, and, when appropriate, targeted therapies including PARP inhibitors.

Mastectomy

Mastectomy remains a key option for treating and reducing risk of breast cancer. Modern approaches - skin- and nipple-sparing techniques, sentinel node biopsy, and immediate reconstruction - improve cosmetic and functional outcomes. Choice depends on stage, genetics, and the need for additional therapies.