Posts by Lauren Philp, MD
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Prophylactic Surgery for Patients at High Risk of Ovarian Cancer Decreases Sexual Function, Quality of Life
Researchers in the Center for Gynecologic Oncology found that among patients at high genetic risk of ovarian cancer who undergo prophylactic surgery, health-related worry and tension decline post-operatively, but sexual dysfunction and short-term quality of life are poorer.
Biography
Lauren Philp, MD, is a research fellow in the Center for Gynecologic Oncology at Massachusetts General Hospital.
Obstetrics & Gynecology Care at Mass General
The Mass General Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology offers the highest level of care to women. Our clinical and research team is a leader in advancing treatments for gynecologic cancers, menopause, high-risk obstetrics, infertility and urogynecology.