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ovarian suppression

Definition / meaning of ovarian suppression

Surgery, radiation therapy, or a drug treatment to stop the functioning of the ovaries. Also called ovarian ablation.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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