Exercise before ovarian cancer surgery
Part of Cancer, Hormones & metabolism, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This trial tests whether supervised exercise (before surgery) can help people with advanced ovarian cancer get ready for treatment. It’s meant to improve readiness and safety during the time leading up to surgery.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older
- You have confirmed stage III or stage IV ovarian cancer
- Your care plan includes cytoreductive (debulking) surgery
- You have at least 4 weeks between joining the study and your surgery date
- You can join exercise sessions in person and/or online and speak English
- Your cancer doctor approves you for the study
Quick eligibility check
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