This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Gynaecological oncology, Subject name: Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Staging of ovarian cancer when rectum is involved 
Select and explain. 
A. Stage I, B. Stage 2, C. Stage 3, D. Stage 4
B: Stage 2
Answer: B: Stage 2 
Explanation: -Stage II ovarian cancer: tumor involves one or both ovaries or fallopian tubes with pelvic extension or primary peritoneal cancer. IIA: ovarian tumor involving uterus or fallopian tubes IIB: ovarian tumor involving pelvic intraperitoneal organs ( bladder, rectum or pelvic side walls) Reference : textbook of gynaecology Sheila balakrishnan, 2nd edition, pg no:277 <\p>