US Medical Term · procedures
Hysterectomy
Histerectomía
In 9 languages
| Language | Term |
|---|---|
| English | Hysterectomy |
| Spanish (Español) | Histerectomía |
| Chinese (中文) | 子宮切除術 |
| Korean (한국어) | 자궁절제술 |
| Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt) | Phẫu thuật cắt tử cung |
| Filipino (Tagalog) | Hysterectomy |
| Portuguese (Português) | Histerectomia |
| Thai (ภาษาไทย) | การผ่าตัดมดลูก |
| Japanese (日本語) | 子宮摘出術 |
What it means
A hysterectomy is surgery to remove the uterus. The cervix, ovaries, and fallopian tubes may also be removed depending on the reason for the procedure. It is performed for conditions such as uterine fibroids, endometriosis, uterine prolapse, abnormal bleeding, or cancer. After a hysterectomy, menstrual periods stop permanently and pregnancy is no longer possible. The surgery may be done through the abdomen, vagina, or laparoscopically. Recovery ranges from two to six weeks depending on the approach. If the ovaries are removed, menopause begins immediately. Your surgeon will discuss hormone therapy options and what to expect during recovery.
How to say it
Sentences a patient might use with a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or insurer:
My doctor is recommending a hysterectomy because of large fibroids causing heavy bleeding.
Mi médico recomienda una histerectomía por fibromas grandes que causan sangrado abundante.
Will a hysterectomy put me into menopause right away?
¿La histerectomía me provocará la menopausia de inmediato?
What are the alternatives to a hysterectomy for my condition?
¿Cuáles son las alternativas a la histerectomía para mi condición?
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Last reviewed: September 2026