How you prepare

To prepare for an oophorectomy, your doctor may ask that you:

• Stop eating a certain number of hours before your surgery and limit liquids
• Stop taking certain medications
• Undergo imaging tests, such as ultrasound and blood tests, to help surgeons plan for the procedure

Plan for infertility

If you want to have children, talk with your doctor about your options. There may be ways to preserve your ability to become pregnant, depending on your particular situation. Ask your doctor to refer you to a fertility specialist who can review your options with you.