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In metastatic epithelial ovarian cancer

  1. ascites usually responds well to diuretics

  2. frequent bowel obstruction is managed using subcutaneous medication

  3. opioid analgesics should be avoided

  4. lymphoedema is rare
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Bowel obstruction is an obstruction of the intestines, preventing the normal transit of the products of digestion. It is common and is usually managed medically using subcutaneous medication given via a syringe driver.

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