A hysterectomy is a surgical procedure in which the uterus (womb) is removed. After a hysterectomy, a woman will no longer have menstrual periods and cannot become pregnant.
Hysterectomy is one of the most commonly performed gynaecological operations and may be recommended when other treatments have not successfully managed certain conditions affecting the uterus.
The procedure is performed by Dr Dunn using minimally invasive robotic surgery.
After a robotic assisted hysterectomy, most women go home after 1 or 2 days and return to work within 3 weeks.
Different Types of Hysterectomy
Total Hysterectomy
Involves the removal of the body of the uterus and the cervix.
Subtotal Hysterectomy
Involves the removal of the body of the uterus while preserving the cervix.
Hysterectomy and Salpingo-Oophorectomy
Involves the removal of the uterus as well as the ovaries (Oophora) and Fallopian tubes (salpinges)
Radical Hysterectomy
Done in cases of cancer, a radical hysterectomy includes the removal of the uterus (cervix and body), fallopian tubes and ovaries as well as uterine ligaments (round, broad, cardinal and uterosacral ligaments) and the top third of the vagina. Removal of the pelvic lymph nodes is also commonly done. The aim is to remove all areas that can contain cancerous cells with a margin of safety.
