Epitheal overian carcinoma is a major cause of female mortality. Epitheal ovarian cancer Women who have worked in industries that have had exposure to asbestos may be at risk for ovarian cancer, according to a recent study conducted by Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York, NY.
Research has shown that there is evidence to suggest that women who were exposed to asbestos through their occupation have an increased risk of ovarian carcinoma in female asbestos workers. Female household members who have had contact with asbestos workers have an increased risk of developing asbestos-related disease such as mesothelioma. Because particulate matter such as asbestos dust can reach the female peritoneal cavity via the transvaginal route, through passive transfer or through sexual activity.
Many women, even those who have undergone ovarian surgery may be unaware themselves that they have had direct exposure to asbestos, either because they did not know their husbands, family members or significant others had been exposed through work or that they were susceptible to exposure by washing the clothes of a person who has worked with asbestos.
