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Types of Hysterectomy

04 February 2009 · Viewed 5554 times · Disclaimer & Terms
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As we mentioned in previous articles during the last stage of the menstrual cycle normally a layer of endometriosis lining in the inside of the uterus is expelled, known as menstruation blood but instead some of the endometriosis tissues grow somewhere in the body causing endometriosis. Endometriosis also reacts to hormonal signals of the monthly menstrual cycle, building up tissue, breaking it, and eliminating it through the menstrual period Sometime if the diseases are progressing with rapid page you doctor may suggest some types of hysterectomy. In this article, we will discuss types of hysterectomy.

I. Definition
Hysterectomy is a operation to removal of the uterus by a gynecologist. As the uterus is removed, the women will not be able to bear children. It also cause hormone imbalance, so the surgery is normally recommended for only a few specific circumstances such as caner, severe case of uterine endometriosis.

II. Types of hysterectomy
There are 4 types of hysterectomy
1. Subtotal hysterectomy
This type of hysterectomy removes uterus but leave the cervix intact.
2. Total hysterectomy
This type of hysterectomy removes both the uterus and the cervix. Most women undergoing hysterectomy have total hysterectomy.
3. Simple hysterectomy
A simple hysterectomy is the removal of uterus only medical procedure.
4. Radical hysterectomy
During a radical hysterectomy, the uterus, the cervix, the upper third of the vagina, supporting tissues and pelvic lymph nodes are removed. This type of surgical procedure is usually done in treating pelvic cancer.
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