Hysterectomies. Where are the indications?

Ravnikar VA, V A Ravnikar, Chen E, E Chen
Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinics of North America · 1994 · doi:10.1016/s0889-8545(21)00636-7 · PMID:7936552
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This review critiques alternative practices like medical therapy and laparoscopic techniques for hysterectomies, noting that conservative management options have contributed to a decrease in overall hysterectomy rates.

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Abstract

This article reviews the major reasons for hysterectomies and critiques some of the alternative practices, such as medical therapy to shrink fibroids, and new surgical techniques, such as laparoscopic-assisted hysterectomies. Perhaps in response to the increased attention and the new procedures and drugs that allow more conservative management, the rate of hysterectomies has actually decreased.

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endometriosis

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Endometriosis Hysterectomy Demography Endometriosis Endometriosis Female Humans Hysterectomy Hysterectomy Leiomyoma Leiomyoma Menstruation Disturbances Menstruation Disturbances Postoperative Complications Postoperative Complications Progestins Progestins Progestins

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