Hysterectomy

Over the past several decades, newer technologies have made the hysterectomy a much safer, less invasive procedure. As a result, recovery is much easier. The goal of the improvements has been to minimize the incisions needed, with least amount being only a vaginal incision. Nationally, only 35% of hysterectomies are performed by the vaginal or laparoscopic assisted vaginal route. The physicians at the Women’s Specialists of Fayette perform over 60% of their hysterectomies vaginally. Whether or not you might be a candidate for the vaginal route depends on the reasons for the hysterectomy and anatomic feasibility. Because vaginal hysterectomies are the safest, least invasive and easiest for recovery, the physicians at the Women’s Specialists of Fayette always prefer this route whenever possible.