Hysterectomy

Hysterectomy is surgery to remove the uterus and, sometimes, the cervix. When the uterus and the cervix are removed, it is called a total hysterectomy. When only the uterus is removed, it is called a partial hysterectomy.

What is a Hysterectomy?

Hysterectomy is a surgical procedure for removing the uterus, the pelvic organ situated between the bladder and rectum in women.

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How are Women Emotionally Affected After a Hysterectomy?

Latest Hysterectomy News and Research

Postmenopausal hormone therapy use declines amidst risk-benefit concerns

A study reveals a sharp decline in menopausal hormone therapy use among U.S. women, highlighting disparities across racial and ethnic groups over two decades.

2 Oct 2024

Hormonal treatment could delay biological aging among postmenopausal females

Hormone treatment in postmenopausal women is associated with lower biological aging discrepancies, particularly among those with lower socioeconomic status.

3 Sep 2024

Targeted therapy slows endometrial cancer growth in mice models

There may be a way to slow the growth of endometrial cancer through targeted cancer cell therapy, according to new research from the University of Missouri School of Medicine.

21 Aug 2024

Premature menopause rates soar among Indian women

Research highlights the rising prevalence of premature menopause in Indian women, with education level and surgical procedures being major contributing factors.

7 Aug 2024

Study: Women with severe endometriosis 10 times more likely to get ovarian cancer

A landmark study from researchers at Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah (the U), the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine at the U, and Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine found that women with severe endometriosis are 10 times more likely to get ovarian cancer, compared to women who do not have the disease.

18 Jul 2024

UCLA investigators receive $800,000 grant to treat and prevent aggressive kidney cancer

Investigators at the UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center have received an $800,000 grant from the V Foundation to find new ways to treat and prevent a severe form of kidney cancer associated with a hereditary syndrome caused by mutations in the fumarate hydratase (FH) gene.

16 Jul 2024

Survey reveals many women unaware of minimally invasive uterine fibroid treatments

Among women who have personally been diagnosed with uterine fibroids, more than half (53%) were presented with a hysterectomy, while fewer than 1 in 5 (20%) were presented with other less invasive options such as over-the-counter NSAIDs (19%), uterine fibroid embolization (17%), oral contraceptives (17%), and endometrial ablation (17%), according to new survey data by The Harris Poll on behalf of the Society of Interventional Radiology.

9 Jul 2024

Study exposes algorithmic inequity in endometrial cancer detection for Black women

A common algorithm to check for endometrial cancer is not reliable for Black women, according to a new study published today in JAMA Oncology.

27 Jun 2024

Labor epidurals linked to lower risk of severe maternal morbidity

Having an epidural during labor is associated with a marked reduction in serious complications in the first few weeks after giving birth, finds a study published by The BMJ today.

22 May 2024

Heightened risk of adverse neonatal outcomes from prenatal exposure to both cannabis and nicotine

A recent JAMA Network Open study found that combined prenatal use of nicotine and cannabis significantly increases risks for adverse perinatal outcomes, such as higher rates of hypertensive disease, preterm delivery, and elevated infant mortality compared to using neither or only one substance.

9 May 2024

New SRU expert consensus statement to improve endometriosis evaluation published

A new Society of Radiologists in Ultrasound (SRU) expert consensus statement to improve endometriosis evaluation was published today in the journal Radiology.

9 Apr 2024

Earlier menopause combined with high cardiovascular risk linked to cognitive problems later

Earlier menopause combined with higher risk of cardiovascular disease is linked to an increased risk of thinking and memory problems later, according to a new study published in the April 3, 2024, online issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

3 Apr 2024

Study unveils protein signatures for early detection of endometrial cancer in cervico-vaginal fluid

Proteomic signatures in blood plasma and cervicovaginal fluid for endometrial cancer detection.

26 Mar 2024

Study reveals breakthrough in non-invasive detection of endometrial cancer

Study uncovers proteomic signatures in blood plasma and cervicovaginal fluid that could lead to non-invasive detection methods for endometrial cancer, demonstrating significant potential for early diagnosis and improved patient outcomes.

24 Mar 2024

Study shows AI tool's high accuracy in answering genetic counseling questions

An artificial intelligence tool correctly answered 83 percent of common genetic counseling questions, including those about genetic testing and genetic syndromes, a new study found.

18 Mar 2024

Study: Many older adults worry about costs, time off work and COVID-19 risk when considering surgery

When it comes to having surgery, older adults don't just base their decision on how much pain they'll feel and how quickly they'll recover, a new study finds.

30 Jan 2024

Study identifies hormonal and reproductive factors for rheumatoid arthritis in women

Early menopause-;before the age of 45-;taking hormone replacement therapy (HRT), and having 4 or more children are among several hormonal and reproductive factors linked to a heightened risk of rheumatoid arthritis in women, finds a large long term study published in the open access journal RMD Open.

9 Jan 2024

Active surveillance for cervical precancer lesions linked to increased long-term cancer risk

Actively monitoring abnormal cells (lesions) that line the cervix rather than removing them straight away is associated with an increased long term risk of cervical cancer, suggests a study published by The BMJ today.

29 Nov 2023

Chitosan tamponades: A breakthrough in treating postpartum hemorrhage

Researchers highlight chitosan-covered tamponades as a promising, accessible treatment for postpartum hemorrhage, a major cause of maternal mortality, especially where advanced medical interventions are unavailable. This method, safe and effective, offers a crucial option in emergency situations, as detailed in their study, including application guidelines and a demonstration video.

23 Nov 2023

New insights into patient-surgeon gender concordance and post-surgical mortality

Death rates after major surgery are similar regardless of whether a male or female surgeon operates on a male or female patient, finds a large US study published by The BMJ today.

22 Nov 2023

Hysterectomy

Overview

Hysterectomy Indications

Hysterectomy Techniques

Hysterectomy Risks

Feature Articles

Hysterectomy Types

Hysterectomy Recovery

Side Effects Following a Hysterectomy

Hysterectomy Complications

Chronic Health Issues with Hysterectomy

How are Women Emotionally Affected After a Hysterectomy?

Latest Hysterectomy News and Research

Postmenopausal hormone therapy use declines amidst risk-benefit concerns

Hormonal treatment could delay biological aging among postmenopausal females

Targeted therapy slows endometrial cancer growth in mice models

Premature menopause rates soar among Indian women

Study: Women with severe endometriosis 10 times more likely to get ovarian cancer

UCLA investigators receive $800,000 grant to treat and prevent aggressive kidney cancer

Survey reveals many women unaware of minimally invasive uterine fibroid treatments

Study exposes algorithmic inequity in endometrial cancer detection for Black women

Labor epidurals linked to lower risk of severe maternal morbidity

Heightened risk of adverse neonatal outcomes from prenatal exposure to both cannabis and nicotine

New SRU expert consensus statement to improve endometriosis evaluation published

Earlier menopause combined with high cardiovascular risk linked to cognitive problems later

Study unveils protein signatures for early detection of endometrial cancer in cervico-vaginal fluid

Study reveals breakthrough in non-invasive detection of endometrial cancer

Study shows AI tool's high accuracy in answering genetic counseling questions

Study: Many older adults worry about costs, time off work and COVID-19 risk when considering surgery

Study identifies hormonal and reproductive factors for rheumatoid arthritis in women

Active surveillance for cervical precancer lesions linked to increased long-term cancer risk

Chitosan tamponades: A breakthrough in treating postpartum hemorrhage

New insights into patient-surgeon gender concordance and post-surgical mortality

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Hysterectomy

Overview

Feature Articles

Hysterectomy Types

Hysterectomy Recovery

Side Effects Following a Hysterectomy

Hysterectomy Complications

Chronic Health Issues with Hysterectomy

How are Women Emotionally Affected After a Hysterectomy?

Latest Hysterectomy News and Research

Leveraging the power of automation to boost research

Automating research - solutions and best practices

How can microdialysis benefit drug development

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