What is a bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy?

Listen to pronunciation. (by-LA-teh-rul sal-PIN-goh-oh-oh-foh-REK-toh-mee) Surgery to remove both ovaries and both fallopian tubes.

Is bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy major surgery?

Salpingo-oophorectomy is a procedure to remove the fallopian tube (salpingectomy) and ovaries (oophorectomy), which are the female organs of reproduction. Since it requires anesthesia, overnight hospital stay, and removal of body parts, it is classified as major surgery.

How long does it take to recover from a bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy?

You may take 4 to 6 weeks to fully recover. It’s important to avoid lifting while you are recovering so that you can heal.

What is the difference between a hysterectomy and oophorectomy?

Hysterectomy removes all or part of the internal reproductive organ (uterus) and sometimes the gonads (ovaries), internal reproductive organ (fallopian) and internal organ (cervix). Oophorectomy removes one or both of the gonads (ovaries).

Do you still menstruate after oophorectomy?

After your surgery, you’ll stop menstruating (getting your period). You may have normal symptoms of menopause, including night sweats, hot flashes, and vaginal dryness. If you’re in menopause or have already gone through it, you may still notice some of these symptoms.

What to expect after having your ovaries removed?

This deprives the body of the hormones, such as estrogen and progesterone, produced in the ovaries, leading to complications such as: Menopause signs and symptoms, such as hot flashes and vaginal dryness. Depression or anxiety. Heart disease.

How long is recovery after ovary removal?

You may need about 1 week to fully recover. It’s important not to lift anything heavy for about 1 week. You can ask your doctor when it’s okay to have sex. This care sheet gives you a general idea about how long it will take for you to recover.

What happens to your body after oophorectomy?

Menopause after oophorectomy This deprives the body of the hormones, such as estrogen and progesterone, produced in the ovaries, leading to complications such as: Menopause signs and symptoms, such as hot flashes and vaginal dryness. Depression or anxiety. Heart disease.

What happens after bilateral salpingo oophorectomy?

You should expect a full recovery after surgery to take about 6 weeks. It is normal to have vaginal bleeding and discharge for 1 to 2 weeks after surgery. The discharge and bleeding should gradually decrease. For 6 weeks after surgery, you need to avoid strenuous exercise, lifting heavy objects, and sexual activity.