A hysterectomy is a surgical procedure
whereby the uterus ( womb ) is removed. The most common reason hysterectomy is
performed is for uterine fibroids ( also known as uterine leiomyomata ).
Uterine fibroids are benign growths of the uterus, the cause
of which is unknown. Although the vast majority are benign, meaning they do not
cause or turn into cancer, uterine fibroids can cause medical problems.
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