Oct 25, 2021 | Women's Health
Lumpectomy Lumpectomy is surgery to remove cancer or other abnormal tissue from your breast. During lumpectomy, a small amount of normal tissue around the lump also is taken to help ensure that all the cancer or other abnormal tissue is removed. Lumpectomy helps...
Oct 25, 2021 | Women's Health
Mastectomy A mastectomy is a way to treat breast cancer by surgically removing a breast and sometimes nearby tissues. For those with early-stage breast cancer, a mastectomy may be one treatment option. Breast-conserving surgery (lumpectomy) in which only the tumor is...
Oct 25, 2021 | Women's Health
Pelvic Prolapse Pelvic floor disorders, including pelvic organ prolapse, affects 1 in 3 women in their lifetime. It impacts a group of muscles that keep the bladder, uterus, vagina, small bowel and rectum in place. Though it’s very common, many women are embarrassed...
Oct 25, 2021 | Women's Health
Total Hysterectomy Do you have abnormal bleeding that is not controlled by other treatments, uterine prolapse, or cervical or uterine cancer? These might be reasons for a total hysterectomy. A total hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the uterus and cervix, ending...
Oct 25, 2021 | Women's Health
Tubal Ligation If you’re considering permanent birth control, talk to your healthcare provider about a safe and effective procedure called tubal ligation, also known as “having your tubes tied.” Tubal ligation is one of the most commonly used surgical sterilization...
