Digital Guide: Ovarian Cancer Surgery - San Francisco

While doctors usually remove the uterus, ovaries, and fallopian tubes, the extent of surgery depends on the stage of disease and the individual's overall health and wellbeing.

Preparing for ovarian cancer surgery appropriately can help streamline recovery.

Surgery for ovarian cancer is generally an extensive procedure. There are several steps you can take beforehand that may help with recovery.

How quickly a woman can leave the hospital after ovarian cancer surgery will depend on what type of surgery she had.

Following surgery, doctors will examine the patient to determine if all the evidence of cancer has been successfully removed.

The extent of surgery — and the risk of complications — depends on the stage of disease and the woman's health and overall wellbeing prior to the operation.