A hysterectomy is a specialized medical procedure wherein the uterus of the woman is removed.
The surgery is done for a variety of medical reasons. Various techniques of uterus removal also exist.
The extent of removal also depends on the underlying clinical condition of the patient.
Sometimes, only the uterus is removed, however, in some instances, both the uterus, ovaries and/or fallopian tube can be removed in total.
An important point to remember though is that, once your uterus is removed, you will not be able to conceive and your menstrual cycles will come to a stop.
Hysterectomy is generally a safe procedure when done by right and also is among the most common procedures done in women’s health in general.
While some alternatives do exist for hysterectomy, sometimes it turns out to be the only option. This is especially true in case of a cancer diagnosis.
Here, your gynecologist will remove both your uterus + cervix. You will no longer require annual PAP smear testing. But, regular check ups are recommended.
Here, your gynecologist will remove both uterus, ovaries, and fallopian tubes. Hormone replacement therapy will usually be required.
Here, the uterus removal surgery is done by a small incision in the vagina. No external scarring is a major advantage of this procedure
In this procedure, your doctor will remove the uterus by breaking it down into smaller pieces with the help of a laparoscope.
Post the procedure, you would need 2-5 days of bed rest in the hospital. Medication for pain and vital monitoring will also be done. Walking is encouraged, as it prevents blood clot formation and keeps your body active. With vaginal hysterectomy you may have to wear a vaginal pad to control the discharge of fluid for the next 10 days or so. Post discharge, you must avoid
Your complete recovery will occur in about 4 weeks, post which you can resume all normal activities.
The uterus removal surgery cost in Chennai can range from anywhere between 45,000 to 1,00,000 INR. The cost depends on the type of procedure being performed, the place, length of the procedure, and the operating surgeon’s expertise.
Hysterectomy as such is a very safe procedure when done right. I hope you found this article interesting. Please do share this with all your friends and loved ones.
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