Oophorectomy - Complications
Complications may arise during the procedure or due to removal of the ovaries. 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.
- Reaction to anesthesia
- Internal bleeding
- Blood clots, particularly in the veins of the legs
- Accidental damage to other pelvic and abdominal organs
- Infection
Risk Factors likely to increase the Complications during the Procedure are:
- Presence of scar tissue and/or abscesses in the abdomen
- Obesity
- Smoking
Long-term Complications of Removing both the Ovaries include:
- Changes in sex drive
- Hot flashes and other symptoms of menopause, if both ovaries are removed
- Removing both ovaries increases the risk of heart disease and osteoporosis; taking hormone replacement therapy can help reduce this risk
- Depression and other forms of psychological distress
Women with a history of psychological and emotional problems before an oophorectomy are more likely to experience psychological difficulties after the operation.
I had my left ovary,fallopian tube and the cyst removed a week ago. I had a lot of adhesions that is why my left ovary and tube had to be removed. Now am having stabbing pain on my right lower abdomen and some discharges. Discharges were brown and think on the second day post op, red and clotty on the 5th day, today the discharge is black. Can i have some advice please?