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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

salpingectomy

/sælˈpɪndʒɪktəmi/ noun · British & US
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What does salpingectomy mean?

noun

The surgical removal of one or both fallopian tubes, often performed to treat conditions such as ectopic pregnancy or ovarian cancer.

Example

"The doctor recommended a salpingectomy to prevent further complications from the ectopic pregnancy."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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