Patient, Falopian Tubes, Introduction

Gynaecological Surgery - Hysterectomy^(G) & Salpingo- Oophorectomy

Hysterectomy is a surgical operation for the removal of the uterus^(G) (womb) and sometimes other organs through a cut in the abdomen^(G) or vagina^(G). There are two main types of hysterectomy: total and sub-total. A total hysterectomy involves the removal of the uterus and cervix^(G), while a sub-total hysterectomy removes only the uterus, leaving the cervix behind.

Cancer of the Fallopian Tubes^(G)

Cancer of the Fallopian Tubes^(G)

The fallopian tubes are the tubular structures which connect the upper, outer-most part of the uterus^(G) with the ovaries^(G) (one on each side) and provide a means for fertilisation of the female egg by male spermatozoa. A female egg is released by each ovary in turn once every 28 days and travels via the fallopian tubes to the uterus where it is either fertilised or expelled from the body. This is called the menstrual cycle or period.