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An oophorectomy is a surgical procedure that removes one or both of your ovaries.
Ovaries are small almond-shaped organs on each side of the uterus in the pelvis responsible for producing the egg cells, also called ova or oocytes.
Upon reaching puberty, a woman's ovaries release an egg through a monthly process called ovulation. The ova are transferred to the fallopian tube where it is possible to be fertilised by a sperm. Thus, the ovaries are the primary reproductive organs of females.
Aside from producing ova, the ovaries also secrete oestrogen and progesterone – the hormones essential in fertility and reproductive development.
There are various reasons to remove one or both ovaries. Depending on why you will be needing the procedure, your doctor may recommend one of the following types of oophorectomy:
Your gynaecologist might recommend an oophorectomy to treat:
An oophorectomy may also be used to reduce the risk of ovarian cancer or breast cancer for high-risk women.
While an oophorectomy is a generally safe procedure, there are still risks involved in an ovary removal surgery. Oophorectomy risks and side effects include the following:
At Gleneagles Hospital in Singapore, providing swift, accurate and effective treatment is our strength. Our obstetrics and gynaecology specialists and medical staff are experienced in ovary removal procedures and will be with you at every stage of your treatment from preparation to post-recovery.
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Private healthcare can be affordable. Use our Hospital Bill Estimator to determine the estimated cost of this procedure. If you have hospital insurance, find out how you can use your insurance.
At Gleneagles Hospital, our skilled team of ObGyns, nurses and fertility specialists are committed to placing your needs at the heart of all we do.
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