Raman said.

“Some masses are benign cysts, some are different kinds of growths.

A pathologist may need to study tissue afterward to tell us more.”

She spoke slowly, addressed Sadie directly, and drew a simple diagram showing where her ovaries sat.

She explained that the surgeons would try to preserve the ovary if it was safe to do so, but that damaged tissue or an unexpected finding could change the plan.

“Can Mom stay?” Sadie asked.