The SEED-AD Research Program in the Women's Health Research Center at Mayo Clinic studies how removal of the ovaries affects ...

Far too many women may have their ovaries removed during a hysterectomy. May 24, 2009— -- Far too many women, even young women, have their perfectly healthy ovaries removed at the time of a ...

Known as "the silent killer" due to its lack of symptoms and reliable screening tests, ovarian cancer remains one of the ...

It is clear that the ovaries should not be removed unless pathologic changes are detected; women whose ovaries are removed will require hormonal substitution therapy. The issue of whether the uterus ...

LONDON -- Oscar-winning actress Angelina Jolie revealed Tuesday that she has undergone more preventive surgery, having her ovaries and fallopian tubes removed in hopes of reducing her risk of cancer.

Menopause occurs when women stop menstruating and are no longer able to get pregnant naturally. With menopause, various changes take place in the body, leading to several symptoms like hot flashes, ...

If you have a hysterectomy that involves removing your ovaries, you will have a more sudden menopause. You may have more severe symptoms, and it may increase your risk for some health conditions.