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Re: hysterectomy
From: D.N. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Wed, 5 Jun 2002 10:11:34 -0500 (CDT)
Hi,
I also believe that the type of incision is different. With a simple
hyst, it is a horizontal bikini cut. If it is radical, it is a vertical
cut.
Best wishes,
D.N.
At Wed, 5 Jun 2002, Abby wrote:
>
>At Wed, 5 Jun 2002, sharen wrote:
>>
>>What is the difference between a simple hyster. and a radical hyster. I
>>had a cone biopsy done last week . The doctor told my hubby that if i
>>needed a hyster. it would be a simple on. Trying to find out just what
>>that entails. Also wondering about how long till i can receive my
>>results from the biopsy (please don't say 7-10 days)Thanks for the help
>
>Sharen,
>
>Both surgeries involve removing the uterus. The difference between the
>two is that the radical also removes tissues and ligaments near the
>uterus,pelvic lymph nodes, and the upper vagina.
>
>Can't really answer the wait time for results because it can vary by
>workload, but a week is pretty standard from my experience. Hope this
>helps.
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