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GlossaryBilateral Salpingo-Oophorectomy

surgical removal of both ovaries and fallopian tubes

A Bilateral Salpingo-Oophorectomy (BSO) is a surgical procedure in which both of a woman's ovaries and fallopian tubes are removed. This operation is often performed to treat or prevent certain medical conditions, such as ovarian cancer, endometriosis, or severe pelvic inflammatory disease.

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research Approach to Investigation of Hyperandrogenism in a Postmenopausal Woman

November 2022 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism”

Postmenopausal hyperandrogenism, a condition with symptoms like increased hair growth and acne, is usually caused by PCOS but can also be due to other factors. It's diagnosed by checking testosterone levels and treated either by removing the adrenal tumor or through antiandrogen therapy.

research Absence of Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia with Paclitaxel in a Case of Hypothyroidism: Case Report

3 citations, October 2003 in “Annals of Oncology”

A woman with low thyroid function did not lose her hair during chemotherapy, possibly because her hair follicles were less affected by the treatment.

research Postmenopausal Hyperandrogenism Due to Rare Ovarian Tumor

October 2024 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society”

Bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy resolved hyperandrogenism in a postmenopausal woman with rare ovarian tumors.

research Elevated Testosterone Secondary to Leydig Cell Hyperplasia in Bilateral Ovaries

April 2020 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society”

A woman's high testosterone and related symptoms were caused by overactive cells in her ovaries.

research Postmenopausal Hyperandrogenism Associated With Synchronous Ovarian Brenner Tumor, Bilateral Leydig Cell Tumor, and Adrenal Mass

March 2024 in “Curēus”

A thorough diagnostic process and teamwork are crucial for managing complex hyperandrogenism in postmenopausal women.

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in Treatment 39 upvotes 2 months ago

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in Chat 30 upvotes 1 year ago

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