Definition of "oophorectomies" [oophorectomies]

• Plural form of oophorectomy. (noun)

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• "Many women choose prophylactic mastectomies and oophorectomies when tested positive for this gene abnormality."
• "(Currently, when prophylactic oophorectomies are done, the uterus is frequently kept in place.)"
• "With an approximate 35-year life span after surgery, one additional death would be expected for every nine oophorectomies performed."