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Ovarian Staging: The TNM and International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) classification for staging ovarian cancer is as follows:1

Figure 1. Reprinted from RadioGraphics.1

Radiation side effects: Common side effects from treatment include:2,3 Short term side effects: Diarrhea Irritable bladder/ radiation cystitis Nausea Fatigue

Vaginal Irritation, sometimes with discharge

Long term side effects: Bowel changes Frequent urination

Fallopian tube Staging: The TNM and International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) classification for staging fallopian tube cancer is as follows:4

Figure 1. Retrieved from RadioGraphics.4 Radiation side effects

Common side effects from treatment include2,3 Short term side effects: Diarrhea Irritable bladder/ radiation cystitis Nausea Fatigue Vaginal Irritation, sometimes with discharge

Long term side effects: Bowel changes Frequent urination

References 1. Mohaghegh P, Rockall AG. Imaging Strategy for Early Ovarian Cancer: Characterization of Adnexal Masses with Conventional and Advanced Imaging Techniques. RadioGraphics. 32, 1751-1773 2. Radiation therapy for ovarian cancer. American Cancer Society. http://www.cancer.org/cancer/ovariancancer/detailedguide/ovarian-cancer-treatingradiation-therapy. Accessed June 25, 2013. 3. Radiation therapy for ovarian cancer. Cancer Research UK. http://www.cancerresearchuk.org/cancer-help/type/ovariancancer/treatment/radiotherapy-for-ovarian-cancer. Accessed June 25. 2013. 4. Szklaruk J, Tamm EP, Choi H, et al. MR Imaging of Common and Uncommon Large Pelvic Masses. RadioGraphics. 23, 403-424.