Surgical excision of the uterus is called:
A) hysterotomy.
B) hysterectomy.
C) hymenectomy.
D) hysteroplasty.
B
Explanation:
A) Hysterotomy is an incision into the uterus.
B) Correct.
C) Hymenectomy is removal of the hymen over the vagina.
D) Hysteroplasty is surgical repair of the uterus.
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