vulvectomy

/vʌlˈvɛktəmi/
noun
  1. A surgical procedure to remove part or all of the vulva, often performed to treat cancer or other medical conditions.
    • Doctors discussed the risks and benefits of a partial vulvectomy with the patient.
    • The patient underwent a vulvectomy to remove the cancerous tissue.
    • Recovery after a vulvectomy can take several weeks.
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