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Prevention: Surgery
Prevention: Surgery
There are surgical options that may reduce the risk of ovarian cancer — tubal ligation (tying the fallopian tubes) or a hysterectomy (removal of the uterus). However, doctors usually only recommend these procedures for patients who are at high risk of developing the disease, and have other medical complications that would warrant the surgery.
For women over 40 who have gone through menopause, removal of the ovaries is also an option. Experts recommend discussing the pros and cons of surgery with your doctor before making a decision.
By Emily Lavin. Published September 20, 2011. Emily is a health writer and editor living in San Francisco.
