An oophorectomy is the surgical removal of one or both ovaries, often performed to prevent or treat ovarian cancer, endometriosis, or severe cysts. It may be recommended for women at high genetic risk or as part of a hysterectomy. The procedure can reduce hormone production, offering benefits like cancer prevention and symptom relief.
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