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hysterectomy

n. countable
C1 Advanced US //ˌhɪstɝˈɛktəmi// UK //hˌɪstəɹˈɛktəmi// hys·terec·to·my

n. a medical operation to remove a woman's uterus. This is often done to treat serious health problems like heavy bleeding or pain.

n. the surgical removal of the uterus. Often performed to treat conditions such as uterine fibroids, endometriosis, or cancer.


SIMPLE

She decided to have a hysterectomy after years of pain.

CONTEXTUAL

The surgeon explained that a hysterectomy is a common procedure for women with severe uterine bleeding that does not respond to medication.

COMPLEX

While a hysterectomy is generally considered a safe procedure, it carries the same risks as any major abdominal surgery, including infection and blood clots.

Origin

From hyster- + -ectomy.

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