Both procedures are used to treat heavy menstrual bleeding and other uterine conditions. Endometrial ablation is a less invasive form of surgery that destroys the lining of the uterus, while a ...

Have you had a tonsillectomy (your tonsils taken out), appendectomy (your appendix removed) or lumpectomy (removal of a lump from your breast)? The suffix "ectomy" denotes surgical removal of the ...

For many women, it brings relief from years of pain, heavy bleeding, or prolapse. But the decision can feel overwhelming, ...

A hysterectomy that removes both ovaries may trigger menopause immediately if both ovaries are removed (called surgical menopause). If one or both ovaries are left intact, you won’t go into menopause ...