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Living with Krukenberg carcinoma

A cancer in the ovary that spread from another place, usually the digestive tract or breast.

Understanding Krukenberg carcinoma

Krukenberg carcinoma is a cancer in the ovary that has spread (metastasized) from another site, a type called signet-ring cell carcinoma.

The original cancer is in the gastrointestinal tract or the breast. GARD gives little other detail about this condition.

Signs & symptoms

GARD doesn't list specific symptoms for this condition yet.

Not everyone has every symptom. GARD's list comes from the Human Phenotype Ontology.

Diagnosis

Talk with your doctor
Share the symptoms you've noticed, when they started and your family health history. Notes and photos can help.
See a specialist
Specialists who may be involved include gynecologic cancer specialists.
Ask which tests can help
Your care team will decide which exams and tests can confirm the diagnosis.

Care & treatment

Care team: Gynecologic cancer specialists (gynecologic oncologists)
Expert care: Ask about multidisciplinary care centers for rare conditions
Treatment: GARD doesn't list specific treatments for this condition. Your care team will tailor care to your symptoms.
Research: Clinical trials and observational studies may be options. See the research section below.

General information, not medical advice. Your care team makes the decisions.

Everyday life

Living with a rare condition is easier with support.

Connect with American Cancer Society and other patient organizations
Keep notes on symptoms, changes and questions for appointments
Ask about patient registries that help research
Look into financial aid and travel resources for care visits

Bring these questions to your next doctor visit

Where did my original cancer start, and how do we confirm that?

What treatment options are there for cancer in the ovary that has spread?

Which cancer specialists should be part of my team?

Quick facts

It happens when cancer from the gastrointestinal tract or breast spreads to the ovary.

Also known as: krukenberg neoplasm; krukenberg tumor; krukenberg tumour; krukenberg's tumor

Patient organizations

American Cancer SocietyGynecological tumors · United States
SHARE: Cancer SupportGynecological tumors · United States

Source: NIH GARD · Krukenberg carcinomaGARD ID 8627 · GARD page updated September 2026 · Plain-language summary by Know Rare; editorial review pending. General information, not medical advice.

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