Salpingo refers to the fallopian tubes, while oophor refers to the ovaries. Bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of both ovaries and fallopian tubes.
This procedure is typically performed on women with conditions such as
• Endometriosis • Ovarian cancer • Ectopic pregnancy (pregnancy outside the uterus) • Pelvic infections • Tumors or masses in the female reproductive system
• Alternate Names • Ovarian removal surgery • Fallopian tube removal surgery
• Body Location • Fallopian tubes and ovaries in the female reproductive system