Month: March 2012

  • Hysterectomy Procedure and Surgery – An In-Depth Overview

    Hysterectomy procedure involves the surgical removal of the uterus. There might be several reasons for this. When is a Hysterectomy Procedure Necessary? The following conditions might require the removal of the uterus: Cancer of the cervix, uterus, ovaries or endometrium Uterine Fibroids Abnormal growth of the tissue lining the walls of the  uterus Uterine Prolapse […]

  • Getting Ready before Hysterectomy Surgery – Tips for Preparation

    Preparing yourself before hysterectomy surgery would involve gearing yourself up mentally and physically for the operation. Though hysterectomy is a safe and ‘normal’ procedure, it is still a major operation that involves the removal of either the entire uterus or parts of it. Depending on the medical condition, the ovaries and the fallopian tubes could […]

  • Hysterectomy Complications – Facts You Should Know

    Hysterectomy complications are relatively low, with recent studies indicating that only 10 per cent of women who undergo the surgery have reported post-surgical complications. The reason for this low statistic is the rising expertise and rapid surgical improvements in this field. However, all types of hysterectomy surgeries carry an element of risk and hysterectomy operations […]

  • Different Types of Hysterectomy – All about Total and Radical Hysterectomy

    Total abdominal hysterectomy, subtotal hysterectomy and radical hysterectomy are the different types of hysterectomy procedures that are performed.  Your surgeon will decide on which type of hysterectomy should be done depending on the problem. Hysterectomies are normally prescribed for the following reasons. Cancer in the reproductive organs Endometriosis occurs when the cells from the lining […]

  • Hysterectomy Diagnosis – The Tests Involved Before Hysterectomy Procedure

    Hysterectomy diagnosis has several causal factors behind it. Hysterectomy is a surgical procedure where the uterus is removed. There are several types of hysterectomy like total hysterectomy, subtotal hysterectomy and radical hysterectomy. The kind of surgery done will depend on the hysterectomy diagnosis. Hysterectomy Diagnosis: The Causes The most common cause of hysterectomy is uterine […]

  • Causes Behind Hysterectomy – From Bleeding to Endometriosis

    Endometriosis, vaginal prolapse, cancer and abnormal bleeding are some of the causes behind a hysterectomy. But you must understand that a hysterectomy is often an elective procedure. There can be other treatments that you can explore before deciding to undergo a hysterectomy. It is therefore essential that you have a frank talk with your doctor […]