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'''Colpectomy''', '''colpocleisis''', and [[vaginectomy]] are all roughly synonymous terms meaning the closure/removal of the vagina. There are also "partial" versions that leave a small canal open, unsuitable for sexual penetration but able to drain menses if the uterus and ovaries are still intact. In the "radical" or "total" version, the uterus (and cervix) must be removed as well, because menstruating into a closed body cavity is very dangerous. (Not sure if removing both ovaries instead would do the trick, though!) This can be done at the same time, but may requires a different surgeon (for instance, an OB-GYN to assist a urologist). | |||
At least for total vaginectomy, the doctor will also remove the vaginal mucosa walls, since they would continue to secrete into the closed body cavity. Different doctors have different methods for this, from excising the tissue (lengthy and bloody) to burning and cauterizing it (which requires special training). There is always a risk of missing a section which will continue to secrete and cause health risks, requiring follow-up surgery. | At least for total vaginectomy, the doctor will also remove the vaginal mucosa walls, since they would continue to secrete into the closed body cavity. Different doctors have different methods for this, from excising the tissue (lengthy and bloody) to burning and cauterizing it (which requires special training). There is always a risk of missing a section which will continue to secrete and cause health risks, requiring follow-up surgery. | ||