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Hysterectomy
Hysterectomy
In a hysterectomy procedure, the entire uterus, including the cervix is removed.
Hysterectomy Types
There are three types of hysterectomy:
Total or Simple Hysterectomy: The uterus, including the cervix, is removed but the surgeon leaves the connective tissue surrounding the uterus, the sacrum and the vagina in place.
Radical Hysterectomy: The entire uterus, the surrounding tissues and the upper part of the vagina (about 1” near the cervix) are removed.
Supracervical Hysterectomy: Removal of uterus sleeve persevering the cervix – rarely indicated medically.
Hysterectomy Procedures
To perform a hysterectomy, your surgeon may use one of three methods to remove the affected organs and tissue:
Abdominal Hysterectomy: The surgeon makes an incision across the abdomen to gain access to the tissue and organs that need to be removed.
Vaginal Hysterectomy: The uterus and cervix are removed through the vagina, which is kept open using special instruments. There are no external incisions.
Laparoscopic Hysterectomy: This is a minimally invasive procedure where the uterus and cervix are detached using laparoscopic tools inserted through a small incision. The organs are then removed through another incision at the top of the vagina.
Robotic Hysterectomy: A new option, a robotic hysterectomy is also conducted using small incisions. The surgeon guides micro-instruments through the incisions and uses high definition, real time imaging to make precise cuts during the surgery. The da Vinci® robotic technology used provides greater accuracy and better outcomes while leaving the surrounding nerves and tissues alone. Benefits include a shorter stay in the hospital, less pain and scarring, reduced blood loss, fewer infections and complications and the ability to return to your normal routine more quickly. After Hysterectomy more advanced procedures for difficult pathalogy can be performed with da Vinci rather than traditional laprosurgery with less risk for conversion to open procedures.