Ovary & fallopian tube removal with or without biopsy

Ovarian and fallopian tube removal is a surgical procedure to remove one or both ovaries and one or both fallopian tubes, which is usually required in the diagnosis or risk of ovarian cancer. Ovarian and fallopian tube removal procedures can be performed either with a large open incision in the abdomen to access the ovaries, or laparoscopically, which is a minimally invasive surgery.

It is a procedure that does not require hospitalization. Air travel should be avoided for 3 days following the surgery.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you need a biopsy to diagnose ovarian cancer?

No; before operation MRI, CT, tumour markers are needed. After than a decicion is made the type of operation. And if there is suspect of ovarian cancer totally excision of salpingoooferectomy is mostly needed mostly bilateral and mostly with hysterectomy also. Only if the patient has a child desire; a desicion is needed to evaluate the risks of cancer and child.

What happens to the ovary when the fallopian tube is removed?

No damage happens to ovary and its functions and hormones.

What happens after removal of one ovary and fallopian tube?

No damage happens to ovary and its functions and hormones.

Cautıons

It is a procedure that does not require hospitalization. Air travel should be avoided for 3 days following the surgery.

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