Fasting During Chemotherapy for Ovarian Cancer
Treatments studied
Part of Cancer, Hormones & metabolism, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This trial tests whether adding periods of fasting to standard chemotherapy before surgery helps people with advanced ovarian cancer. It is for those receiving platinum-based chemo for the first time or after recurrence.
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Who can take part
- You have epithelial ovarian, fallopian tube, or primary peritoneal cancer.
- You are getting or about to start platinum-based chemotherapy.
- You are 18 years or older.
- You do not have a bowel blockage or severe malnutrition.
- You do not have type 1 diabetes that requires insulin.
Quick eligibility check
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