When should a woman have a hysterectomy?

Hysterectomy is a surgical procedure that some women undergo when they have gynecological pathologies that put their health at risk.

According to a press release, if pelvic pain, heavy and prolonged bleeding, and other bothersome symptoms that significantly affect your quality of life are frequent, it is advisable to consult a specialist.

Dr. Wartan Keklikian, a general surgeon specializing in obesity and gastrointestinal, gynecologic and bariatric laparoscopic surgery, said that some of the reasons for undergoing a hysterectomy are the appearance of benign tumors that begin to cause complications, severe cervical dysplasia, uterine, ovarian or cervical cancer and uterine prolapse, among others.

“Hysterectomy can be an effective solution for women suffering from conditions such as very large fibroids, endometriosis or adenomyosis; dysfunctional bleeding or vaginal bleeding that persists despite treatment; and chronic pelvic pain. But it is important to note that not all gynecological diseases are cured by a hysterectomy; it works for some ailments and not for others,” she said.

A reality

The intervention must be “well indicated” and performed by a specialist, ensuring that there are no complications or sequelae.

To undergo a hysterectomy, a patient must have a medical condition that warrants the procedure. It may be a suitable option for women who have exhausted other treatment options and wish to regain their well-being.

The procedure can be performed conventionally, with a wound similar to a Caesarean section, with a longer recovery time, or through the inside of the vagina, using laparoscopy. “Small incisions are made and, generally, the woman returns to her daily activities very quickly, due to the use of advanced technology.”

Wartan Keklikian is a doctor specializing in performing hysterectomy

Worldwide, nearly 95% of gynecological pathologies are being treated laparoscopically.

Hysterectomy is one of the most commonly performed gynecological operations. “It consists of partial surgery where only the uterus is removed, leaving the cervix, ovaries and fallopian tubes intact. When it is total, the entire uterus and cervix are removed. Sometimes, it is radical and the uterus, cervix, nearby tissues and the upper part of the vagina are removed,” she specified.

Patients treated

In the vast majority of cases, the intervention is performed on patients who have already had children or are not of childbearing age, since menstruation is interrupted and they cannot become pregnant again.

Although it may sound scary at first, this intervention can bring with it a number of benefits that are worth exploring. The procedure can free women from gynecological conditions that affect their physical and emotional well-being.

“From chronic pain relief to managing uterine fibroids and bleeding disorders, and if you have been dealing with chronic uterine infections or cervical issues, this surgery has proven to be a path to a better quality of life,” she said.

Beyond the medical aspects, Keklikian highlights the emotional impact that hysterectomy has on women. “I have seen my patients regain their confidence, their vitality and their ability to enjoy life to the fullest.

“It’s amazing how surgery can free women from the burden of living with limiting conditions, so they can enjoy a life without constant worries,” she said.

If women are considering undergoing a hysterectomy or have already gone through this process, it is important to have a doctor who supports and guides them through each step. Keklikian made available both her phone number 0412-8265301 and her Instagram accounts @cirujanolaparoscopico and @drwartan, to clarify details about the procedure.

Caracas / Web Editor