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Hysterectomy

Hysterectomy is surgical removal of the uterus, resulting in inability to become pregnant. This surgery may be done for a variety of reasons including, but not restricted to, chronic pelvic inflammatory disease, uterine fibroids and cancer. A hysterectomy may be done through an abdominal or a vaginal incision.

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Definition Alternative Names Description Why the Procedure Is Performed Risks Before the Procedure After the Procedure Outlook (Prognosis) References

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·As a Cause

Urinary Incontinence

·As a Treatment

Cervical Cancer

Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding (DUB)

Endometrial Cancer

Endometriosis

Gestational Trophoblastic Disease

Menstrual Problems

Ovarian Cancer

Postmenopausal Bleeding

Uterine Cancer

Uterine Fibroid

Uterine Prolapse

·As a Risk Factor

Menopause

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