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Recurrent borderline ovarian tumours after conservative management in women wishing to retain their fertility
Objective: To evaluate the rate of recurrence after conservative treatment of Stage I borderline ovarian tumors. Methods: Retrospective case note review of all women with borderline ovarian tumours diagnosed at Aberdeen, U.K. and loannina, Greece between 1981-1993. Outcome measures comprised initial surgery, stage of disease, histological type, pregnancy rate, recurrence rate and disease-free interval. Results: Conservative surgery for borderline tumours in young women permitted high conception rates. Recurrence of tumour was high in this group, 71%, and presented late. Conclusion: Prolonged intensive follow-up is required for women treated conservatively for borderline malignant ovarian tumours.