radical hysterectomy

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radical hysterectomy

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cervical cancer
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…cases, whereas in others a radical hysterectomy is necessary to remove the underlying connective tissue (parametrium) and ligaments along with the upper portion of the vagina. If warranted, either of these surgeries may be done in conjunction with removal of the fallopian tubes and ovaries. Surgical removal of the uterus…
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…cases, whereas in others a radical hysterectomy is necessary to remove the underlying connective tissue (parametrium) and ligaments along with the upper portion of the vagina. If warranted, either of these surgeries may be done in conjunction with removal of the fallopian tubes and ovaries. Surgical removal of the uterus…
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uterine cancer
Treatment
…uterus and cervix, whereas a radical hysterectomy also removes underlying connective tissue (the parametrium) and ligaments along with the upper portion of the vagina. Either of these surgeries may be done in conjunction with the removal of the fallopian tubes and ovaries. Surgical removal of the uterus or ovaries results…
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…uterus and cervix, whereas a radical hysterectomy also removes underlying connective tissue (the parametrium) and ligaments along with the upper portion of the vagina. Either of these surgeries may be done in conjunction with the removal of the fallopian tubes and ovaries. Surgical removal of the uterus or ovaries results…
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