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hysterectomy /hys·ter·ec·to·my/ (-ek´tah-me) excision of the uterus. abdominal hysterectomy that performed through the abdominal wall. cesarean hysterectomy cesarean section followed by removal of the uterus. complete hysterectomy total h. partial hysterectomy subtotal h. radical hysterectomy excision of the uterus, upper vagina, and parametrium. subtotal hysterectomy that in which the cervix is left in place. total hysterectomy that in which the uterus and cervix are completely excised. vaginal hysterectomy that performed through the vagina. complete hysterectomy Total hysterectomy Gynecology Complete surgical removal of the uterus and cervix, but not the adnexae–ovaries and fallopian tubes. See TAH-BSO. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| If I had a complete hysterectomy to also remove the troublesome, cyst-prone ovaries I'd go into instant menopause and be faced with the decision whether to take potentially harmful hormone replacement therapy. |
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