Do they take out your appendix when you have a hysterectomy?

Usually not: Years ago it was common to remove the appendix at the time of hysterectomy, because it was difficult to diagnose appendicitis and so ruptured appendix occurred and was serious. Now the ability to diagnose appendicitis is so good that the chance of ruptured appendix is lower than the risk of removing a normal appendix at hysterectomy, so appendix not removed routinely. Unless there is a reason.

Not usually: The appendix is separate from the uterus. Most surgeons will examine the appendix while performing a hysterectomy, if possible. If the appendix appears abnormal, it will usually be removed. This should be discussed before your surgery, just so that you know what may be done.

Not usually: The practice of routine removal of the appendix with hysterectomy not related to cancer is not very common anymore. A few studies showed you were more likely to have a complication from the removal of your appendix, then ever develop a problem with it on your own.