Benefits of Ovary Removal
Ovariectomy (or ovary removal) is the removal of ovaries or an ovary by use of surgical means. It is referred to as spraying when done on animals. There are several health benefits of ovary removal and are as follows.
1. Lowers certain types of cancers
Removing ovaries help to reduce the risk of certain types of cancers including breast and ovarian cancer. However, studies suggest that women with ovariectomy have a high risk of CDH, stroke and lung cancer. Ovarian removal also helps to destroy cancerous cells that may lead to uterine cancer or endometriosis.
2. Prevents aging and skin blemishes
Ovary removal might cause the loss of estrogen, which keep the signs of aging at bay. This is beneficial especially if you desire to eradicate the symptoms of aging like skin blemishes.
3. Reduces pelvic pain
Ovarian removal through partial ovariectomy is usually used to eradicate mild cases of endometriosis. However, this is only beneficial when non-surgical therapy fails to prevent cyst development, or to treat pelvic pain resulting from hormonal-related problems.
4. Treats endometriosis
In rare circumstances, ovariectomy is used to prevent the development of endometriosis. This help to remove the hormones responsible for uterine growth, therefore reducing the growth that leads to the development of endometriosis.
5. Prevent ovarian cancer
Oophorectomy is popularly done to help prevent the development of ovarian cancer. Nevertheless, research indicates that there are higher risks associated with ovary removal especially in young women.
6. Increases survival rates in patients with ovarian cancer
Another benefit of ovary removal is that it is more advantageous when prophylactic mastectomy is performed hand in hand with oophorectomy.
Ovary removal is associated with a high risk of cardiovascular diseases and stroke, especially during the phase of menopause. Studies also show that ovarian removal leads to dementia and cognitive impairment.
