Could a vaginal fluid test spot ovarian cancer earlier?
NCT ID NCT02109367
First seen Apr 25, 2026 · Last updated May 07, 2026 · Updated 4 times
Summary
This study looked at whether fluid collected from behind the vagina (culdocentesis) can help diagnose ovarian cancer. Researchers measured tumor markers CA-125 and HE4 in the fluid of 52 women scheduled for ovarian surgery. They also checked urine for estrogen ratios. The goal was to see if this simple, low-risk procedure could become a new diagnostic tool for ovarian cancer.
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Southern Illinois University School of Medicine
Springfield, Illinois, 62794-9640, United States
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