Do You Really Need That Hysterectomy?

Till 1978, hysterectomy - the surgical removal of the womb - was the commonest major operation performed on women (Today, it is the second most common, after caesarean section). Not only are the statistics alarming, but the reasons for them, too. Hysterectomies are being performed for perfectly frivolous reasons such as stopping menstrual periods, or for problems that lend themselves to far easier and safer solutions. So, before you consider a hysterectomy, be aware of all its implications, and then explore other options before you say 'yes'. ...