What is the primary factor for the low survival rates for patients who are diagnosed with ovarian cancer?
a. Ovarian cancer develops in patients with underlying immunosuppression and poor health
b. Ovarian cancer does not respond well to conventional radiation and chemo treatments
c. Symptoms are mild and vague, therefore the cancer is often not detected until its late stage
d. There are no specific diagnostic tests that can confirm or rule out ovarian cancer
Answer: c. Symptoms are mild and vague, therefore the cancer is often not detected until its late stage
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