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Hysterectomy
Hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the uterus. The ovaries may also be removed, although this is not necessary for fibroid treatment. Hysterectomy is a permanent solution for fibroids, and is an option if other treatments have not worked or are not appropriate.
A woman cannot become pregnant after having a hysterectomy. If the ovaries are removed along with the uterus, hysterectomy causes immediate menopause.
Types of Hysterectomies
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Uterine Fibroids and Hysterectomy: Hysterectomy
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
ReferencesAmerican College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. ACOG practice bulletin. Alternatives to hysterectomy in the management of leiomyomas.... Read more »
Hysterectomy
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
A hysterectomy is surgery to remove a womans uterus, or womb. The womb is the area where a baby grows when a woman is pregnant.Alternative... Read more »
Hysterosalpingography
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Hysterosalpingography is an x-ray of the uterus and fallopian tubes that involves the injection of contrast (dye) through the cervix.Alternative... Read more »
Hysterectomy
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the uterus.The uterus, or womb, is a pear-shaped, muscular organ that lies behind the urinary bladder, in... Read more »
Tubal ligation
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Sterilization surgery - female; Tubal sterilization; Tube tying; Tying the tubes Expectations after surgery Most women recover with no... Read more »
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