Gynecological Procedures:
Procedure: Hysterectomy
Description: A hysterectomy is an operation to remove a woman's uterus (womb).
There are three main types:
Complete or total. Removes the cervix as well as the uterus. (This is the most common type of hysterectomy.)
Partial or subtotal. Removes the upper part of the uterus and leaves the cervix in place.
Radical. Removes the uterus, the cervix, the upper part of the vagina, and supporting tissues. (This is done in some cases of cancer.)
Website: Web MD: Hysterectomy