laparoscopic hysterectomy surgery | Doncaster | Grimsby

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Laparoscopic Hysterectomy

• What is Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
• A laparoscopic hysterectomy is a surgical
  procedure to remove the womb (also known as the
  uterus). This procedure is also known as a
  keyhole surgery.
• A small cut is made in the belly under
  anaesthesia, and a specialist camera is inserted
  in the abdomen, so the surgeon can clearly see
  and remove the womb.
• Benefits of Laparoscopy surgery
• There are clear benefits to laparoscopic surgery
  in comparison to normal open surgery. Due to the
  small size of the cut in laparoscopic surgery,
  there is less scarring, less pain and a smaller
  risk of infection. This means the healing process
  will also be faster and you will be able to leave
  the hospital and resume daily activities sooner.

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Do You need a Hysterectomy?

• A hysterectomy may be needed for certain
  conditions to relieve painful and distressing
  symptoms, and to improve your lifestyle. Laparosco
  pic hysterectomy Specialists will discuss this in
  detail with you and consider your medical
  history, current health, symptoms and any
  underlying conditions before recommending a
  hysterectomy. Common indications for considering
  Hysterectomy includes
• Endometriosis  Endometriosis is a condition
  where tissue, similar to the lining of the womb,
  starts to grow on the ovaries. Severe cases of
  endometriosis with painful symptoms, such as
  persistent pelvic or abdominal pain, may be
  treated with a hysterectomy.
• Heavy or painful periods After other treatment
  options such as medication have been explored, a
  hysterectomy may be recommended to individuals
  who suffer from abnormally heavy or painful
  periods to improve their quality of life.
• Fibroids Fibroids are non-cancerous tumors
    that grow in the muscular wall of the womb
  (uterus). In some women, they can cause heavy and
  painful periods or grow to press on the bladder
  and cause urinary symptoms.
• Adenomyosis This is a condition where the tissue
  lining the womb grows outward into the muscular
  wall of the womb. This can cause severe symptoms
  of pain, heavy bleeding and enlargement of the
  womb, which may need a hysterectomy to resolve
• Uterine prolapse This can occur when the womb
  drops into the vaginal canal because pelvic
  muscles and ligaments are not strong enough to
  hold it in place. Severe cases may need a
  hysterectomy to reduce pain and discomfort that
  interferes with daily life.
• Cancer Laparoscopic hysterectomy is often used
  to treat cancers of the womb or ovaries. Your
  doctor will thoroughly discuss other cancer
  treatment therapies and options alongside
  surgery. The extent of surgery will depend on the
  type and stage of cancer.

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What can You expect after a Laparoscopic
Hysterectomy

• You will need to stay in the hospital after the
  surgery performed by the Laparoscopic
  hysterectomy Specialists. Most of the time, you
  may be able to go home within 24 hours however it
  could be delayed for a few days depending on your
  individual circumstances.
• You may experience some pain and discomfort in
  your lower abdomen after the surgery.Your
  laparoscopic hysterectomy surgeon will prescribe
  pain relief medication to ease and help this.
  Right after the surgery, you may feel tired and
  sleepy as after-effects of the anesthesia. Taking
  rest for the ?rst two weeks will help to ease
  your symptoms and gradually build up the number
  of things you do during the day.
• You can expect some vaginal bleeding for 1-2
  weeks after the surgery. This will be like a
  light period. During this time, you should use
  sanitary towels instead of tampons to reduce the
  risk of infection.
• After your operation, there is a small risk of
  blood clots forming in your legs, known as deep
  vein thrombosis. This risk is reduced by wearing
  special compression stockings (anti-embolic
  stockings) which will be given to you in the
  hospital. Your doctor may also advise gentle leg
  and mobility exercises, or give you blood
  thinning injections to reduce this risk.
• Each individuals experience of surgery and
  recovery will be unique and different from
  others. Therefore, it is essential to discuss any
  concerns or anything unexpected during your
  recovery period with your doctor. They will give
  you advice, guidance and support tailored to your
  personal situation.
• Discover expert care for laparoscopic
  hysterectomy in Doncaster, Scunthorpe, Grimsby
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