Gynecological surgery
Gynecological Surgery
Gynecological Surgery (pronunciation: gahy-ni-kuh-loj-i-kuhl sur-juh-ree) is a branch of medicine that focuses on surgeries performed on the female reproductive system.
Etymology
The term "Gynecological Surgery" is derived from the Greek words "gynē" meaning "woman" and "logia" meaning "study of". The term "surgery" is derived from the Greek word "cheirourgia" meaning "hand work".
Types of Gynecological Surgery
There are several types of gynecological surgeries, including but not limited to:
- Hysterectomy: This is the surgical removal of the uterus. It can be performed for a variety of reasons, including uterine fibroids, endometriosis, and cancer.
- Oophorectomy: This is the surgical removal of one or both ovaries. It is often performed in conjunction with a hysterectomy.
- Salpingectomy: This is the surgical removal of one or both fallopian tubes. It is often performed to treat ectopic pregnancy or to prevent ovarian cancer.
- Cervical Conization: This is a procedure that removes a cone-shaped piece of tissue from the cervix. It is often performed to treat cervical dysplasia or cervical cancer.
Related Terms
- Laparoscopy: A minimally invasive surgical procedure that allows a surgeon to access the inside of the abdomen and pelvis.
- Endometriosis: A disorder in which tissue similar to the tissue that forms the lining of the uterus grows outside of the uterine cavity.
- Uterine Fibroids: Noncancerous growths of the uterus that often appear during childbearing years.
- Ectopic Pregnancy: A pregnancy that occurs outside the womb, usually in a fallopian tube.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Gynecological surgery
- Wikipedia's article - Gynecological surgery
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