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2. Types of Hysterectomies

The type of hysterectomy the surgeon recommends depends on the underlying condition. A total hysterectomy removes the uterus and the cervix but not the ovaries.

In a supracervical hysterectomy, the upper part of the uterus is removed, leaving the cervix. Sometimes, a hysterectomy removes the uterus, cervix, ovaries, and fallopian tubes. In some women with cancer, the surgeon removes the surrounding tissue and lymph nodes.

illustration showing different types of hysterectomies

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