SUMMARY:

A hysterectomy is an operation to remove the uterus. A variety of surgical approaches exist for removal of the uterus, including supracervical hysterectomy, laparoscopic approaches, robot-assisted laparoscopic approaches, total vaginal hysterectomy (TVH), and total abdominal hysterectomy (TAH). Surgeons decide which surgical approach is most appropriate for each individual patient.

INDICATIONS & OBJECTIVES:

A hysterectomy is an operation to remove the uterus. This surgery may be done for different reasons, including, but not limited to:

  • Uterine fibroids that cause bothersome pressure, bleeding, or other problems
  • Abnormal uterine bleeding
  • Uterine prolapse
  • Cancer of the uterus, cervix, or ovaries
  • Gender affirming care

 

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