General information
General information
A hysterectomy is a surgery to remove the uterus (womb). Thecervix, ovaries and fallopian tubes may also be removed.
Source: Allina Health's Patient Education Department, Preparing for Your Hysterectomy, gyn-ah-95582
Reviewed By: Allina Health Patient Education experts
First Published: 04/25/2013
Last Reviewed: 11/30/2015