Oophorectomy is a relatively safe operation, although, like all major surgery, it does carry some risks. These may be related to the procedure itself or due to anesthesia. Changes in sex drive ...

Rajgir Mistri, a 46-year-old resident of Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, underwent surgery for a hernia only for doctors to ...

for at least 6 hours before the scheduled operation or after midnight, if the operation is planned for the morning. Painkillers and antibiotics may be prescribed before the procedure.