Hysterectomy or an Alternative?

From: Helen Dynda (olddad66@runestone.net)
Tue Jan 21 19:55:29 2003


X> Hysterectomy or an Alternative?

http://www.hosppract.com/issues/2000/09/shoupe.htm

"Even though hysterectomy remains an appealing solution for a number of nonmalignant gynecologic conditions, patients are often scheduled for surgery without proper evaluation or consideration of an alternative. For symptoms associated with uterine fibroids or endometriosis, there are alternative treatments that cause less morbidity, are less costly, and often are equally effective. Conservative management may also be appropriate for selected patients with early gynecologic cancer."

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