Does cervical cancer surgery require removal of the uterus and ovaries?

Cervical cancer surgery generally requires removal of the uterus and ovaries. If the disease has progressed to a certain stage, conization of the cervix alone cannot achieve complete cure, and thus an extended surgery—including hysterectomy and pelvic lymph node dissection—is necessary. After surgery, regular follow-up examinations of the vaginal stump are required, along with ultrasound scans to check for any abnormal masses. If no abnormalities are found, it is recommended to have check-ups once a year, or every six months.