Hysterectomy

1. What is Hysterectomy?

Hysterectomy involves surgical removal of the uterus. Depending on the indication, it may be performed as a total hysterectomy, subtotal hysterectomy or radical hysterectomy.

2. When is it Recommended?

It may be recommended for large or symptomatic fibroids, severe endometriosis, adenomyosis, persistent abnormal uterine bleeding, uterine prolapse, chronic pelvic conditions or certain gynaecological cancers when other treatments are not suitable or effective.

3. What Symptoms May a Patient Notice?

Symptoms leading to hysterectomy may include heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding, pelvic pain or pressure, abdominal enlargement, painful intercourse, uterine prolapse or symptoms related to gynaecological cancer.

4. What Does the Treatment Involve?

The surgeon removes the uterus through the most appropriate surgical route. The procedure may be performed through the vagina, laparoscopic or robotic-assisted techniques, or an abdominal incision, depending on the patient's condition.

5. What Are the Main Treatment Options?

The main approaches include vaginal hysterectomy, laparoscopic hysterectomy, robotic-assisted hysterectomy and abdominal hysterectomy. The extent of surgery may also vary depending on whether the cervix, fallopian tubes or ovaries need to be removed.

6. How Long Does Treatment & Recovery Take?

Hysterectomy commonly takes around 1–3 hours, depending on the complexity and surgical approach. Hospitalisation may range from 1–4 days, while recovery generally takes 2–6 weeks, with minimally invasive approaches often allowing a faster recovery.

7. What Are the Important Risks or Considerations?

Possible complications include bleeding, infection, blood clots, injury to the bladder, bowel or ureters, anaesthesia-related complications and adhesions. Removal of the ovaries can cause immediate menopause in women who have not yet reached menopause.

8. Why Consider Treatment in India?

India has specialised gynaecology and minimally invasive surgery centres offering laparoscopic and robotic hysterectomy, advanced gynaecological oncology and comprehensive postoperative care.

9. How Can Medavelle Help?

Medavelle can assist with gynaecology report and imaging review, gynaecologist or gynaecologic oncologist coordination, surgical approach selection, hospital coordination, fertility and hormonal considerations and postoperative follow-up arrangements.

10. What Should the Patient Do Next?

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