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Hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the womb (uterus), with or without the removal of the ovaries. It is used to treat a number of conditions, such as excessive menstrual bleeding.
Follow the links below for more information on having a hysterectomy.
Reviewed February 2009
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Pap tests after hysterectomy
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Better Health Channel
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Women may still need Pap tests (Pap smears) after a hysterectomy, depending on the type of hysterectomy they have had and the reasons for the surgery. Your health professional can advise you about whether you still need a regular two-yearly Pap test to screen for cervical cancer.
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Nov 2009
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Are pap smears necessary after a hysterectomy?
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Queensland Health
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A Pap smear is a test that detects changes in the cells of the cervix (neck of/opening into the uterus/womb). Most women who have had a hysterectomy do not need regular pap smears, but you should seek advice from your pap smear provider about your own circumstances.
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Oct 2009
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Hysterectomy - surgical procedures
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Better Health Channel
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Hysterectomy is the surgical removal of a woman's uterus and other organs. Reasons for this operation include abnormal menstrual bleeding, fibroids, endometriosis and cancer. A hysterectomy may be full or partial, and performed via an abdominal incision or through the vagina. After hysterectomy, you will no longer need contraception or have menstrual periods.
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Sep 2009
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| Title: |
Hysterectomy
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The Jean Hailes Foundation for Women's Health
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| Description: |
Having a hysterectomy is major surgery. Deciding to have a hysterectomy should only be made after being given adequate information about why, how and what the consequences may be. It is important that each woman thinks about how she feels about losing her uterus or womb.
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Aug 2009
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Surgical menopause
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The Jean Hailes Foundation for Women's Health
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Surgical menopause is when a woman's ovaries are removed prior to natural menopause. This causes a sudden and permanent drop in the ovarian hormones, oestrogen, progesterone and testosterone
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Jul 2009
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Endometrial resection and ablation versus hysterectomy for heavy menstrual bleeding
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Destruction of endometrial tissue by either TCRE (transcervical resection) or ablation is an effective alternative to hysterectomy for heavy menstrual bleeding. Heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB) is excessive menstrual blood loss (sometimes defined as a los...
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May 2009
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Genital prolapse
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Women's Health Queensland Wide Inc
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Genital prolapse is when pelvic organs descend from their normal anatomical position into the vagina.
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Aug 2008
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Hysterectomy versus hysterectomy plus oophorectomy for premenopausal women
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Removing the ovaries at the time of hysterectomy could potentially improve longevity as it reduces the risk of ovarian cancer and the need for future gynaecological procedures. However, women who have had their ovaries removed have also been reported to...
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Jul 2008
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| Title: |
Hysterectomy
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| Publisher: |
Better Health Channel
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Hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the womb (uterus), with or without the removal of the ovaries. This procedure is used to treat a variety of conditions, including heavy or painful periods, fibroids and endometriosis. Hysterectomy should be considered a last resort when all other treatments have failed. A hysterectomy may be total (removal of the uterus and cervix), sub-total (removal of the body of the uterus) or total hysterectomy and bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy (removal of the uterus, cervix, ovaries and tubes).
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May 2008
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Oestrogen and breast cancer
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The Jean Hailes Foundation for Women's Health
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Oestrogen-alone hormone therapy, used in women who have had a hysterectomy, does not increase breast cancer risk if used for seven years or less, as revealed recently from the Women's Health Initiative.
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May 2008
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Menopause questions answered
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The Jean Hailes Foundation for Women's Health
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We answer general questions about menopause (e.g. symptoms, general treatment options, nutrition and physical activity guidelines).
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Apr 2008
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Surgical approach to hysterectomy for benign gynaecological disease
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Abdominal hysterectomy involves removal of the uterus through an incision on the lower abdomen. Vaginal hysterectomy involves removal of the uterus via the vagina, with no abdominal incision. Laparoscopic hysterectomy involves 'keyhole surgery' with sma...
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Feb 2008
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Surgery versus medical therapy for heavy menstrual bleeding
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Various types of surgery or an intrauterine hormone-releasing device are effective in reducing heavy menstrual bleeding. These suit most women better than oral medication.Heavy menstrual bleeding (menorrhagia) is common and can impair a woman's quality ...
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Dec 2005
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| Title: |
Hysterectomy
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Women's Health Queensland Wide Inc
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This factsheet discusses alternatives to hysterectomy as well providing information on different hysterectomy procedures, the benefits of keeping the ovaries and cervix, tips for visiting the gynaecologist, what to expect after the operation, sex after hysterectomy, feelings of grief and depression and Pap smear requirements.
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May 2005
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Uterine cancer: treatments - myDr.com.au
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myDr
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Treatments used for cancer of the uterus have a very high cure rate. Find out about the choices available, and any possible side-effects.
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Apr 2001
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| Title: |
What women should know about hysterectomy
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Multicultural Health Communication Service (NSW)
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| Description: |
Information about hysterectomy, including why the operation may be necessary, the different types of surgery, and alternative treatments.
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Oct 2000
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