[Removal of the uterus and ovaries and the opinion of women postoperatively].

Forty five women undergoing total hysterectomy were interviewed after surgery. The investigators were interested in their opinion on the outcome of performed surgery. One year later, a questionnaire was mailed to these women which included questions about their physical status, psychologic well-being and everyday activities. Fear against cancer, physical health and psychologic well-being as well as sexual activity persisted for one year or longer following surgery. The number of questioned women reporting worsening of sexual relations with their partners and emotional disturbances increased one year after hysterectomy. Moreover, a significant increase in the number of women who had informed their relatives about surgery was also noted.