Disadvantages of laparoscopic hysterectomy

For women of reproductive age, hysterectomy is second only to cesarean section as the most commonly performed surgical procedure.  In fact, more than one-third of all American women will have had a hysterectomy to remove the uterus by the age of 60.  The reasons for the procedure are many and vary from one patient to the next.  Likewise, the type of hysterectomy can differ as well, from total to partial.  Determining if such as procedure is needed and to what extent is a decision that should be made between patient and gynecologist.  If you think that it may be the best option for you, here are the facts to consider:

Reasons to Have a Hysterectomy

Gynecological problems that are not manageable through non-surgical methods, certain forms of cancer, or complications from childbirth may be best addressed through a hysterectomy.  Some of the more common reasons for the procedure include:

• Uterine prolapse
• Uterine fibroids
• Abnormal uterine bleeding
• Uterine rupture
• Cancer of the uterus, ovaries, or cervix

Types of Hysterectomy

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