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Hysterectomy Surgery - Causes, Procedure and Recovery


A hysterectomy is a surgical process to remove a woman’s uterus or womb due to a medical complication. Depending on the complication, the surgery might also involve removing other reproductive parts like the ovaries and/or fallopian tubes. The woman will be unable to become pregnant or have monthly periods after this surgery. 


In this blog, Dr. Chaitali Mahajan Trivedi, the best gynecologist for hysterectomy treatment in Mumbai, talks about the reasons for and procedures of hysterectomy surgery. She also sheds light on the recovery process post-surgery. Continue reading to learn more.


 

Reasons for Hysterectomy


A woman may need hysterectomy surgery for many reasons. These include: 


  • Heavy and painful periods 

  • Long-term pelvic pain 

  • Uterus cancer

  • Growth of uterus tissue in other parts of the reproductive system

  • Cervix cancer 

  • Ovarian cancer 

  • Long-term and heavy vaginal bleeding

  • Severe bleeding during childbirth



Benefits of Hysterectomy Surgery


If a woman is suffering from any of the reasons for a hysterectomy, the surgery can improve her quality of life. It can give her relief from constant pelvic pain or heavy vaginal bleeding. If uterine, cervical, or ovarian cancer is the cause of the surgery, it can remove the cancerous body part, which can be life-threatening. 



Types of Hysterectomies


There are three types of hysterectomies based on the parts removed during surgery. These are: 


  • Total Hysterectomy: This is the most common type of hysterectomy involving removing the whole uterus and cervix. This may or may not include removing ovaries and fallopian tubes. 

  • Partial Hysterectomy: This type involves removing only the upper part of the uterus. It does not touch the cervix and may or may not remove ovaries, depending on the complication. 

  • Radical Hysterectomy: This involves removing the complete uterus, cervix, and tissue on both ends of the cervix and upper part of the vagina. Depending on the severity of the condition, the surgeon may or may not remove ovaries and fallopian tubes. 



Procedure of Hysterectomy


A hysterectomy is a major surgical procedure that can take two to three hours to complete. It is performed under general anesthesia, so the patient feels no pain during the process. The surgical procedure depends on where the incision is made to perform it. Below are the three ways: 


  • Abdominal Hysterectomy: During this procedure, a large cut is made on the abdomen of the patient performing the surgery. 

  • Vaginal Hysterectomy: During this procedure, the surgeon makes a small cut on the vagina to remove the organs. 

  • Laparoscopic Hysterectomy: This procedure involves making three-four small incisions on the abdomen instead of one to perform the surgery. 

  • Robot-assisted Laparoscopic Hysterectomy: This process is like laparoscopic surgery, where small cuts are made on the abdomen. The only difference is that the surgeon will guide robotic hands and surgical tools to perform the entire surgery. 



Recovery from Hysterectomy Surgery


The patient will take a few months to recover completely from the surgery. The woman will be admitted to the hospital for up to four to five days after the surgery to monitor vitals and for observation. 


She will be encouraged to walk around and go to the toilet by self as this helps avoid blood clots in the legs. Once returned home, walking must still be encouraged for faster recovery. 


However, certain activities, like exercise, lifting heavy objects, bending, and sexual intercourse, must be avoided. It can take six to eight days to heal completely from the surgery. 



The bottom line is that hysterectomy is a complex surgery that takes time to heal; therefore, one must trust only an expert for such a procedure. Dr. Chaitali Mahajan Trivedi assists each patient with many years of knowledge and expertise. So if someone is looking for the best gynecologist for hysterectomy treatment in Mumbai, visit Nanavati Superspeciality Hospital and book an appointment today. 

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