Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
histerectomia
Noun
/hɪstəˈrɛktəmiə/
Definition
A surgical procedure that involves the removal of the uterus.
Examples
- After the diagnosis of uterine fibroids, the doctor recommended a histerectomia.
- Recovery from a histerectomia can vary depending on the type of surgery performed.
- Histerectomia is often considered when other treatment options have failed.
Meaning
Histerectomia is typically performed to treat various medical conditions affecting the uterus, including fibroids, cancer, or severe endometriosis.
Synonyms
- Uterine removal
- Uterine surgery