Bénéfices de la conservation ovarienne post ménopausique lors d'une hystérectomie pour pathologie bénigne : mirage ou réalité ?

Before the age of 65 years, benefits and relative risks of bilateral oophorectomy at the time of hysterectomy for benign disease even in post menopausal patients should be considered on an individual basis by clinicians and patients. Beyond the age of 65 years, the literature is clear and a bilateral salpingooophorectomy is recommended.