Oophorectomy
Type
Oncologic
Oophorectomy
Definition
Partial or complete removal of one or both of the ovaries.
Also known as Female Castration, Oophorectomy, Ovariectomy — per NCIT
Anatomy
| Organ | Relation | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Gonad | Procedure Has Excised Anatomy | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Ovaries | Procedure Has Excised Anatomy | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Female reproductive system | Procedure Has Target Anatomy | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Genitourinary system | Procedure Has Target Anatomy | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |