oophorectomy
1 synonym for oophorectomy, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The surgical removal of one or both ovaries, usually carried out to treat or prevent problems such as ovarian cancer, cysts or endometriosis.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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ovariectomy
How to use oophorectomy
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
bilateral oophorectomy
undergo an oophorectomy
preventive oophorectomy
recover from an oophorectomy
Oophorectomy is a clinical term used mainly by doctors and in medical records.
Etymology
The word is built from oophor-, a combining form referring to the ovary, and the surgical suffix -ectomy, meaning cutting out or removal. Together the parts describe an operation that takes out ovarian tissue.
Full origin of oophorectomy →Frequently asked questions
What is an oophorectomy?
It is an operation to remove one or both of a woman's ovaries, often done to treat or prevent conditions such as ovarian cancer, cysts or endometriosis.
Is oophorectomy the same as ovariectomy?
Yes, ovariectomy is another name for the same operation.
Does an oophorectomy always remove both ovaries?
No, it can involve removing just one ovary or both, depending on the reason for surgery.
