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Hypoxia - A less severe complication that anoxia in which there are low levels of oxygen in the blood.
Hysterectomy - A surgical operation which removes the uterus. The operation is usually performed only when a pathological condition of the uterus, such as fibroid tumors or cancer, warrants its removal or when a woman desires permanent sterilization. A hysterectomy can be performed either vaginally, abdominally or assisted by laparoscopy. A woman who has had a hysterectomy will no longer have a menstrual period each month and will no longer be able to have children.
Hysterosalpingogram - A radiologic test in which dye is pushed into the uterus and then x-rayed to see the shape of the uterus. The test will determine if there is a blockage in the fallopian tubes.
Hysteroscopy - A diagnostic procedure in which a doctor places a small, lighted instrument called a hysteroscope through the cervix to examine the walls of the uterus. The evaluation can detect the presence of endometriosis, fibroids, polyps, pelvic scar tissue and blockage of the fallopian tubes. General anesthesia is used for the procedure.