Hysterectomy, one of the most commonly performed surgical procedures,
leads to characteristic changes in the appearance of the pelvis on ima
ging studies. Women who have had a hysterectomy are often at risk for
several complications, both benign and malignant, that are frequently
evaluated with cross-sectional imaging, This pictorial essay explores
the appearance of the normal pelvis after hysterectomy as well as the
many complications that can occur, stressing the appropriate utilizati
on of such studies and correlation with clinical history to aid in pat
ient management.