Hysterectomy

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Author: Kathe Gallagher, MSWLast Updated: August 25, 2006
Medical Review: Joy Melnikow, MD, MPH - Family Medicine
Kirtly Jones, MD - Obstetrics and Gynecology

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Topic Contents
 Topic Overview
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 Why It Is Done
 Hysterectomy Types
 Comparison of Hysterectomy Procedures
 Risks
 Preparing for a Hysterectomy
 When to Call a Doctor
 Recovery
 What To Think About
 Other Places To Get Help
 Related Information
 References
 Credits