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What is a radical hysterectomy?

By Lisa Fayed, About.com

Created: October 8, 2005

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Question: What is a radical hysterectomy?

Answer: A radical hysterectomy is surgery used to treat forms of gynecological cancer. It is also used to treat other conditions, but more commonly used to treat cervical cancer.

A radical hysterectomy involves the removal of the uterus, cervix and upper part of the vagina. Tissues that support the uterus and lymph nodes are also removed.

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