Question

Hysterectomy is the surgical removal of ___________.

• A. Vas - deferens.
• B. Mammary glands.
• C. Uterus.
• D. Prostate gland.

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Uterus.

The correct option is C.

Explanation for the correct option:

1. A hysterectomy is a major surgery that removes a woman's uterus.
2. It is used to treat a variety of period-related issues, pelvic pain, tumours, and other related conditions.
3. During a complete or total hysterectomy, the uterus, including the cervix, is removed.
4. A partial or subtotal hysterectomy removes only the upper part of the uterus, leaving the cervix and other organs intact.
5. A radical hysterectomy involves the removal of the uterus, cervix, upper part of the vagina, supporting tissues, and, in most cases, pelvic lymph nodes.

Explanation for the incorrect options:

Option A:

1. A vasectomy is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of vas deferens.
2. The sperm transport tubes that connect the testicles to the urethra
3. Sperm cannot exit the testicles after a vasectomy.

Option B:

1. Mammectomy is the surgical removal of one mammary gland.
2. A mastectomy is performed to treat cancer.

Option D:

1. A prostatectomy is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of all or part of the prostate gland.
2. In the male pelvis, the prostate gland is located beneath the urinary bladder.

Final answer: Hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the Uterus.