Definition of Oophorectomy

1. Noun. Surgical removal of one of both ovaries.

Exact synonyms: Ovariectomy
Generic synonyms: Ablation, Cutting Out, Excision, Extirpation

Definition of Oophorectomy

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Medical Definition of Oophorectomy

1. The removal of an ovary or ovaries. Synonym: ovariectomy. Origin: Gr. Ektom = excision This entry appears with permission from the Dictionary of Cell and Molecular Biology (11 Mar 2008)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Oophorectomy

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oonts
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oophagia
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oophore
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oophorectomy (current term)
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oophorocystectomy
oophorocystosis
oophorohysterectomy
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