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natalie2426 · **on:** Jul 18, 2018

Which is a reason an abdominal hysterectomy would need to be performed instead of a vaginal hysterectomy?

vaginal hysterectomy?
a. Ovarian mass
b. Multiple pregnancies
c. Less extensive incision
d. Early menarche

Question 2

What are the reason pelvic washings are done?

a. To test the pelvic fluid for cancer cells
b. To establish cause of abnormal uterine bleeding
c. For Inspection of pelvic and abdominal organs
d. To examine the ovaries

fromAlphatoOmega22 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 18, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
The open abdominal approach may be used for an ovarian mass; a fixed or enlarged uterus; exploration; inflammatory disease; and most malignant lesions of the uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries. This approach permits inspection of pelvic and abdominal organs and lymph glands for biopsy or treatment.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Pelvic washings are obtained after the surgeon examines the ovaries to rule out neoplasm. The pelvic fluid is obtained and sent to pathology to test for cancer cells.