卵巣
Meanings
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ovary
Standard anatomical term for the female reproductive organ that produces eggs.
The ovaries are part of the female reproductive organs.
An ovarian cyst was found.
Usage patterns
- 卵巣を摘出するto surgically remove an ovary
As a result of the tests, it was decided that the ovary would be removed.
- 卵巣が腫れるfor an ovary to become swollen
The ultrasound scan showed that her ovary was swollen.
- 卵巣の機能が低下するfor ovarian function to decline
Ovarian function declines with age.