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| | Hysterectomy |
 | | Hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the uterus (womb). | | | About one third of all hysterectomies are performed this way, usually for benign conditions and prolapse. | | | A fuller understanding of the surgical anatomy, formal surgical training and developments in the fields of anesthesia, antibiotics, transfusion medicine and surgical instrumentation over the last two centuries have made hysterectomy a very safe surgical procedure. |
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http://www.obgyncanada.com/hysterectomy.html
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| | Medical Library Search |
| | Hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the uterus, or womb. | | | For instance, if you have pelvic pain that is not specifically caused by the uterus, a hysterectomy may not relieve your pain. | | | Hysterectomy may be performed to treat a variety of gynecological (female reproductive system) problems. |
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http://www.medem.com/search/article_display.cfm?path=n:&mstr=/ZZZMULQGSWC.html&soc=ACS&srch_typ=NAV_SERCH
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| | Hysterectomy - A Gynecologist's Second Opinion |
| | Laparoscopic hysterectomy is a relatively new surgical procedure that allows the uterus to be detached from inside the body by laparoscopic instruments while the doctor is viewing the uterus, tubes, and ovaries through a camera attached to a telescope. | | | Hysterectomy, the surgical removal of the uterus, is a procedure surrounded by controversy - and for good reason. | | | Laparoscopic techniques short of hysterectomy may also be used to alleviate pelvic pain associated with endometriosis (see chapter 6). |
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http://www.gynsecondopinion.com/hysterectomy.htm
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| | When these are not effective, hysterectomy may be the treatment of choice. | | | Hysterectomy can sometimes be done through the vagina (vaginal hysterectomy); at other times, a surgical incision in the lower belly (abdominal hysterectomy) is preferable. | | | Pain relief medication or less drastic surgery, such as laser therapy, can be effective in some cases. |
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http://www.health.state.ny.us/nysdoh/consumer/women/hyster.htm
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| | Hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the uterus. | | | About 10% of hysterectomies are performed to treat cancer of the cervix, ovaries, or uterus. | | | Women with a history of psychological and emotional problems before the hysterectomy are more likely to experience psychological difficulties after the operation. |
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http://www.healthatoz.com/healthatoz/Atoz/ency/hysterectomy.jsp
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| | Laparoscopic Hysterectomy |
| | A hysterectomy is a surgical procedure in which the uterus is removed. | | | The indications for hysterectomy are many, as are the surgical choices (abdominal hysterectomy, vaginal hysterectomy and laparoscopic hysterectomy). | | | Traditionally, abdominal hysterectomy was the standard practice, but as advanced surgical instrumentation and training have evolved, minimally invasive approaches including vaginal hysterectomy and laparoscopic hysterectomy have become more accepted. |
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| | Hysterectomy - removal of the uterus |
| | Hysterectomy is a major surgical procedure and is performed under general anaesthesia. | | | A radical hysterectomy is only performed in cases of cancer of the cervix by gynaecologists who have received special training. | | | This will be influenced by the reason for performing the hysterectomy in the first place, the size of the uterus and the experience and preference of the individual gynaecologist. |
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http://www.netdoctor.co.uk/health_advice/facts/hysterectomy.htm
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| | Hysterectomy - Womens Health and Medical Information on MedicineNet.com |
| | A hysterectomy is a surgical procedure whereby the uterus (womb) is removed. | | | Pelvic relaxation is another condition that can require treatment with a hysterectomy. | | | Childbearing is probably involved in increasing the risk for pelvic relaxation, though the exact reasons for this remain unclear. |
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http://www.medicinenet.com/hysterectomy/article.htm
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| | Since hysterectomy is a major surgical and permanent procedure, it is important to ask any questions you may have and make sure you receive clear answers so you can make the choice that best meets your needs. | | | Women who undergo a hysterectomy with ablation of the ovaries may experience a drop in sexual desire and problems with lubrication. | | | Others find that their sexuality is renewed, since they are finally relieved of the problems they had before hysterectomy, which made sexual relations painful or even impossible. |
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http://www.cwhn.ca/resources/faq/hysterectomy.html
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| | eMedicine - Hysterectomy : Article by Gloria Bachmann, MD |
| | Laparoscopically assisted vaginal hysterectomy (LAVH) is a procedure that employs the use of laparoscopic surgical techniques and instruments to remove the uterus and/or fallopian tubes and ovaries through the vagina. | | | Although many women seek hysterectomy for pain relief, it does not provide a definite cure because some women in whom one or both ovaries are preserved may continue to experience problems with endometriosis that was left behind. | | | They concluded that hysterectomy for a large asymptomatic fibroid uterus may not be needed as a means of preventing increased operative morbidity associated with future growth, unless a sarcomatous change is observed. |
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| | A review of different surgical approaches to hysterectomy for non-cancerous conditions concluded that a vaginal hysterectomy should be performed in preference to an abdominal hysterectomy where possible (4). | | | Deciding whether to have a hysterectomy can be a difficult and emotional process. | | | Women experiencing problems with their sex life following a hysterectomy may find visiting a psychologist, counsellor or sex therapist helpful. |
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http://www.womhealth.org.au/factsheets/hysterectomy.htm
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| | health_plans - Hysterectomy : Topic Overview |
| | A radical hysterectomy may be done to treat endometriosis or cancer of the uterus or cervix. | | | After a subtotal hysterectomy, you will continue to have regular Pap smears of your cervix (this type of hysterectomy is not an option when cervical cancer is a concern). | | | When is hysterectomy used for chronic pelvic pain? |
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http://www.healthwise.net/health_plans/Content/StdDocument.aspx?DOCHWID=hw212587&SECHWID=aa68979&f=health_plans
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| | Hysterectomy: Women's Reproductive Health CDC Reproductive Health |
| | Data from national hysterectomy surveillance can be used to increase understanding of the relative public health importance of the conditions that lead to hysterectomy, identify changes in clinical practice, and assist in setting biomedical research priorities. | | | The three conditions most often associated with hysterectomy were uterine leiomyoma ("fibroid tumors"), endometriosis, and uterine prolapse. | | | This study was designed to examine the factors that influence women's choices and decision making regarding hysterectomy, oophorectomy, and use of hormone replacement therapy, with a focus on the potential influences of cultural identity and ethnicity...more |
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http://www.cdc.gov/reproductivehealth/WomensRH/Hysterectomy.htm
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| | Hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the uterus and remains one of the most common surgeries performed on women in America. | | | In some cases, only the endometrial lining needs to be removed in a technique called endometrial ablation, or perhaps only the portion of the uterus responsible for bleeding and cramping in a procedure called laparoscopic supracervical hysterectomy. | | | It is constructive to consider the female anatomy when reviewing hysterectomy. |
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http://www.ewebbmd.com/HystHome.htm
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| | Your physician will help you decide which type of hysterectomy is most appropriate for you, depending on your medical history and the reason for your surgery More specific information about the different types of hysterectomy may be found below. | | | You should consider all the alternatives and effects of the different choices to help you decide what is right for you with the input of your personal physician. | | | Initial Recovery: Your recovery will be based on the type of hysterectomy you had. |
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| | If you have a condition that is not cancer, such as fibroids, endometriosis, or uterine prolapse, there are often other treatments that should be tried first. | | | This is another benign condition that affects the uterus. | | | Sometimes fibroids are treated with medicine or other treatments designed to shrink the fibroids. |
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http://www.4woman.gov/faq/hysterectomy.htm
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| | Hysterectomy can be done using one of several techniques or a combination of these techniques. | | | The most common technique many gynecologists now use is the laparoscopically assisted vaginal hysterectomy (or LAVH). | | | Choosing which technique depends on a number of factors such as: |
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http://www.womensdoctor.com/hysterectomy.htm
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| | Hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the uterus. | | | - approximately 10 percent of hysterectomies are performed to treat cancer -- either cervical, ovarian or endometrial. | | | > The most common conditions for hysterectomy are: |
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http://www.umm.edu/women/hysterec.htm
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| | Hysterectomy is used to treat a variety of conditions, including heavy or painful periods, fibroids and prolapse. | | | There are concerns that more hysterectomies are performed than are necessary. | | | The conditions that may be treated by hysterectomy include: |
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http://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/bhcv2/bhcarticles.nsf/pages/Hysterectomy?OpenDocument
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| | Hysterectomy Information Resources Recovery - HysterSisters |
| | The Hyster Sisters site is neither anti hysterectomy nor pro hysterectomy, rather, it is an online community of women who give and receive support for hysterectomy decisions and recovery. | | | I have had nothing but pain for alomost 6 years now and I have been to the Doctor almost 3 months ago and they found 3 fibroids. | | | I just want to be rid of the pain...I always had pain even before they found the fibroids. |
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| | Your Health: Trover Foundation |
| | ACOG says an abdominal hysterectomy is major surgery, and can require a lengthy recovery period. | | | The recovery time is shorter, but a woman should be aware that she must continue to get regular Pap tests to check for the development of cervical cancer. | | | There are also some alternatives to hysterectomy for treating non-cancerous conditions affecting the uterus, such as fibroids. |
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http://www.stayinginshape.com/4troverfoundation/libv/w14.shtml
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| | Uterine Fibroid Tumors or Tumor |
| | From 15 percent to 30 percent of women report decreased sexual function after hysterectomy, and there is an increase in the reported incidence of depression following the surgery. | | | In the past, hysterectomy was the only option for many women suffering from the chronic pain and other debilitating symptoms that a uterine fibroid tumor can cause. | | | Traditionally, the most common treatment for uterine fibroid tumors is to remove the entire uterus in a surgical procedure called hysterectomy. |
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| | Hysterectomy - Reproductive Health Information from the CDC. | | | The Hysterectomy Association of the UK - Their Home Site. | | | Information Center - UK - From the Hysterectomy Association of the UK. |
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| | Myomectomy or Hysterectomy |
| | I don't think I had much to worry about, but it's always nice when my body kicks backin again. | | | Always seek the advice of your doctor before making any changes to your diet, health routine or treatment. | | | Myomectomy or Hysterectomy is part of the Health Diaries network. |
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http://www.healthdiaries.com/women/hysterectomy/elizabeth
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| | During the procedure, a woman will have general anesthesia and will be asleep. | | | However, those symptoms can be controlled with hormone replacement therapy and other medication. | | | Hysterectomy, the most radical treatment for endometriosis, involves surgically removing the uterus, both ovaries and both fallopian tubes, along with as many areas as possible of misplaced endometrial tissue. |
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http://www.ehealthmd.com/library/endometriosis/EM_hyst.html
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| | Hysterectomy Association |
| | It can, and does, help to ease many gynaecological complaints, including painful and heavy bleeding, endometriosis, fibroids and prolapse of the uterus. | | | The purpose of The Hysterectomy Association is to provide the information every woman needs to be able to make this life changing decision with the confidence that it is right for her. | | | It is one of the most common surgical procedures carried out on women the world over and can involve the removal of the womb, the fallopian tubes, the ovaries, part of the vagina and the cervix. |
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