ovary removal

[babyviv78]

I had a large tumor removed from my ovary a month ago. After pathology it was determined that it is not cancerous but can become cancerous. I am scheduled to have surgery to remove the ovary and part if not all of the omentum. I as wondering what to expect after surgery. Also the doctor said that they are going to leave the tube. Is this common practice. If so why not take the tube if there is no ovary

[babyviv78]

Yes, it is a gyn/oncologist. I also had a utrine biospy which I just got the result back today that there are no cancer cells or any abnormal looking cells.  The tumor that they found is very rare and they don't know enough about it, but it is generally unilateral. So they are not too concerned that the other ovary will be effected. However, since the first surgeon was not a gyn/oncologist they want to double check the other ovary when they perform the surgery on Friday. So there is still a possiblity that they will have to remove the other ovary. But we are praying that everything goes according to plan and that I will be able to keep at least one ovary and have biological children one day.

[dian07]

Hello.  I hope your surgeon is a gyn/oncologist.....if not you should immediately request a referral.  They are the surgeons specially trained for female reproductive surgeries.  Especially since you have been told this could turn to cancer!  Don't take a chance and find yourself 25 years down the road and having to deal with the situation Jane finds herself in!  Also, please take Jane's suggestion......even if you are now seeing a gyn/onc you would be very wise to get a second opinion.
Peace.
dian

[jane65]

Hi, a few questions: Why are they not doing a complete hysterectomy to remove all the female organs since they believe you have a precancerous condition already? Why are they leaving the other ovary if this one may be precancerous? When I was 40, (25 yrs go),  my GYN left the one ovary which did not have cysts, and now I'm dealing with OVCA. He didn't want to put me into premature menopause. Please have a serious discussion with your doctor and if you're not satisfied, get another opinion. Please come back and let us know what he says, there's not emergency and you have time to check this out..... Jane