What is total hysterectomy?
Total hysterectomy is a gynecological surgery in which the whole uterus, including the cervix, the bottom of the uterus is removed. Hysterectomy is generally the most commonly performed gynecological surgery, and this procedure is usually performed by a gynecological surgeon who has undergone special training in how to perform operations of this nature. This is the main surgery with serious consequences for the patient and in situations of non -resident situations, patients are usually strongly recommended that they take the time to think before consent to surgery. In vaginal hysterectomy, the surgeon approaches the place through the vagina. This procedure is less invasive and does not leave visible scarring, but in all cases it may not be a possibility. An alternative is the abdominal hysterectomy in which the abdomen is cut to access the uterus and the cervix to remove. This can be done laparoscopically to minimize scarring and facilitate faster recovery for the patient.
There are a number of reasons why this procedure can be recommended. Total hysterectomy can be used in cancer treatment, adhesion treatment, pelvic pain, endometriosis, uterine prolapse and several other conditions. This treatment is usually recommended if other approaches to treatment have not been effective. In the case of emergencies, trauma can lead to the uterus recommendation of complete hysterectomy, such as if someone has experienced a injection of the wound into this area of the body and repairs are simply not possible.
Once someone has a complete hysterectomy, it will not be possible to conceive. For women who are not interested in having children or who have completed their families, this can be an absolutely acceptable result. Women who plan children or want to have more Childrens, however, can experience some emotional anxiety in the idea of complete hysterectomy. One option for such patients is egg harvesting for egg collection that could later be used in assisted reproduction by Náradník.
In total hysterctomy with oophorectomy, there are also removed egg tubes and ovaries. This procedure is more invasive and also requires complementary treatment of hormones after surgery to prevent the patient from transition to menopause. In cases with complete hysterectomy with oophorectomy, the patient may be encouraged to meet an endocrinologist to discuss hormonal therapies.