What is a Hysterectomy?
Hysterectomy is a surgery to remove the womb (uterus). During the surgery, one or both ovaries and fallopian tubes may also be removed.
Hysterectomy can be performed via
The type of hysterectomy performed depends on your personal circumstances. Your gynaecologist will discuss this with you in detail before your operation.
Post-operative care
Every woman recovers differently. Your recovery journey will depend on:
Usual length of stay in hospital
What will I experience after a hysterectomy?
What can help me recover?
When should I seek medical advice after a hysterectomy?
You should go to the KK Urgent O&G Centre for further assessment if you have any of the above symptoms.
Recovery Tracker
Surgical menopause (for those who have both ovaries removed during the operation)
Follow-up appointment
You will be given an appointment to see your doctor a few weeks after your operation. Your doctor will assess your condition and ensure that you are recovering well from the surgery.
Key contacts
The information above is also available for download in pdf format.
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