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Ovariectomy is a surgical procedure to remove one or both ovaries. When both ovaries are removed, the procedure is called a bilateral ovariectomy. When only one ovary is removed, it is called a unilateral ovariectomy. This procedure can be performed on both female humans and animals.
In humans, ovariectomy is typically performed as part of a larger surgery, such as a hysterectomy (removal
In veterinary medicine, ovariectomy, commonly referred to as spaying in female dogs and cats, is a routine