1. surgical procedures to remove one or both ovaries
Usage: medical; plural of ovariectomy

Examples

• The veterinarian performed ovariectomies on several cats at the animal shelter.
• Ovariectomies are sometimes recommended to prevent ovarian cancer in high-risk patients.
• The research study compared recovery times following different types of ovariectomies.
• Many pet owners choose ovariectomies as part of spaying procedures.
• The surgeon explained the benefits and risks of ovariectomies to the patient.
• Ovariectomies can be performed using minimally invasive techniques.