Gynecologic

Hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the uterus and is one of the most common major gynecologic operations. Common indications ...

Dilation and curettage, commonly called D and C, is a procedure in which the cervix is gently widened and tissue is removed from t...

Oophorectomy is the surgical removal of one ovary, a unilateral oophorectomy, or both ovaries, a bilateral oophorectomy. It is oft...

Endometrial ablation destroys the lining of the uterus, the endometrium, to reduce heavy menstrual bleeding, offering a less invas...

Myomectomy is the surgical removal of uterine fibroids, also called leiomyomas, while leaving the uterus in place. Fibroids are ve...

Tubal ligation, also called tubal sterilization or having the tubes tied, is a permanent form of contraception in which the fallop...