Ovarian cancer (OC) is the seventh most common type of malignant neoplasm in women and the eighth cause of mortality in them worldwide. The classification of OC is made by the possible origin of one of the three main components of the ovary: epithelium, stroma, and germinal cells. The most clinical introduction of epithelial ovarian carcinoma (EOC) might be either intense or subacute. Several risk factors appear to influence the developing of OC. There are frequently few therapeutic choices available because of how quietly it manifests. Health care practitioners must have a fundamental understanding of the warning signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer, as well as the imaging techniques in order to give the patient the best care possible. The aim of this review to highlight the pathological condition of OC and the associated risk factors. Also, to review the suitable way to deal with assessment of women with suspected ovarian malignant growth.