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oophorectomy

Pronunciation: [ˌoʊ.ə.fəˈrɛk.tə.mi]

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Learn how to use oophorectomy in a sentence: 3 audio examples across 1 meaning.

Context: “medical procedure”

(noun) a surgery to remove one or both of a woman's ovaries. Ovaries are the organs that help make eggs and hormones in the female body. This procedure can happen if there are health problems.

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The doctor explained that an oophorectomy could help treat her ovarian cysts.

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A woman's health did not improve after she decided against the oophorectomy.

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What should I expect during an oophorectomy?

How to pronounce oophorectomy

Pronunciation: [ˌoʊ.ə.fəˈrɛk.tə.mi]

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