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ovaries

Cultural

sing. ovary The paired organs in the female reproductive system that produce ova and release certain hormones, such as estrogen.

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By the time she was diagnosed, she had reached stage 4, with deep infiltrating endometriosis spread across her ligaments, intestine, pelvis, ovaries and uterus.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

In November 2024, during a routine check-up, a gynecologist found evidence of cancer in Michelle’s ovaries.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 16, 2026

Five-year survival data analysed by the charity shows the UK consistently lags behind on cancers of the stomach, colon, pancreas, ovaries and lungs.

From BBC • Feb. 3, 2026

Removing the ovaries, which stops ovarian hormone production, also extended lifespan.

From Science Daily • Jan. 16, 2026

Biobanks store appendixes, ovaries, skin, sphincters, testicles, fat, even foreskins from most circumcisions.

From "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot

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