Routine removal of ovaries is questioned by new research

Los Angeles Times by Deborah L. Shelton | Apr. 22, 2009 (News Report)
Women who have their healthy ovaries taken out during hysterectomy face a higher risk of death than those who keep them, a new study finds.

But the study's authors said routine removal is often not a good choice. Though the risk of ovarian and breast cancer declined after ovary removal, the risk of heart disease and stroke for women under 50 nearly doubled, and risk of death overall before age 50 rose by 40%. Full Story »

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Posted by: Posted by Katie Gilmartin - Apr 22, 2009 - 9:53 PM PDT
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Alison Deknis
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 by Alison Deknis - May. 18, 2009

The scientific terms and the research studies were describe clearly and efficiently. It appears that women should be informed about this research before making the important decision of having their ovaries removed. The author made a good point about who should be specifically concerned about the potential risk factors, and who should not be as concerned.

This research is very relevant, since numerous women choose to get their ovaries removed for preventative measures, when in fact, they are increasing their risk for other medical issues. I think women should be informed of this research before they make the decision to get their ovaries removed, especially if they have a strong family history of heart disease and stroke. Also, people in the medical field need to be made aware of this research so that they can inform their female ... More »

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Katie Gilmartin
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 by Katie Gilmartin - Apr. 22, 2009

The topic was well researched and there were credible sources along with valid statistics

This article should be read because some women may not know that they should remove/not remove their ovaries based on their genes.

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