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Unindicated hysterectomy is a disturbing problem in India. Women are counselled into the procedure by the fear of cancer, and by reinforcing their notion that unrelated somatic problems are solved by the removal of the uterus. This is a case of a woman from the state of Bihar, India, who was referred to us after an unindicated hysterectomy at the age of 24, performed as a first-line treatment for lower abdominal pain. This highlights the problem of rising hysterectomy in India and the lack of integrated treatment for women with the debilitating condition of chronic pelvic pain. Pelvic pain and vaginal discharge are often not indicative of pelvic inflammatory disease, and need a more considerate and broad-minded approach. Public health initiatives should take more account of women's lack of knowledge of reproductive health and make efforts to disseminate such information by the use of television, radio and newspapers in local languages.
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- Amenda Ann Davis
- Resident, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Delhi, India
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Rodrigues RC, Rodrigues MRK, Freitas NDO, Rudge MVC, Lima SAM. Quality of life in patients who undergo conventional or robotic-assisted total laparoscopic hysterectomy: Protocol for a systematic review of randomized controlled trials. Medicine (Baltimore) 2019; 98:e15974. [PMID: 31169730 PMCID: PMC6571212 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000015974] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/27/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Hysterectomy for benign gynecologic diseases, especially dysfunctional uterine bleeding, is one of the most common gynecologic interventions. The uterus can be removed using abdominal, vaginal, laparoscopic, or robotic-assisted laparoscopic hysterectomy. In a robotic-assisted procedure, the surgeon directs the robot while seated at a console in the operating room. This differs from laparoscopic hysterectomy because a "robot" performs the operation, while the surgeon watches a monitor. This systematic review will compare quality of life (QOL) in patients who undergo total robotic-assisted laparoscopic hysterectomy for benign indications and those who undergo conventional laparoscopic surgery. METHODS We will perform a systematic review according to the Cochrane Methodology for randomized controlled trials. The review will include studies reporting use of QOL metrics to assess patients who undergo total hysterectomy for benign indications using robotic-assisted technique or conventional laparoscopic surgery. QOL will be the primary outcome and will be measured using validated instruments. An overall search strategy will be developed and adapted for Embase, MEDLINE, LILACS, and CENTRAL databases. Two reviewers will independently select the eligible studies, assess the risk of bias, and extract the data from included studies. Similar outcomes measured in at least 2 trials will be plotted in the meta-analysis using Review Manager 5.3. The quality of evidence will be determined using the GRADE approach. RESULTS This systematic review is designed to provide high quality evidence on QOL in patients undergoing total hysterectomy for benign indications using either robotic-assisted or conventional laparoscopic surgery. CONCLUSION It is expected that high-quality evidence on QOL can be used to guide decision-making by institutions and clinicians to improve health care; the evidence can also be used in future studies. PROSPERO REGISTRATION NUMBER PROSPERO CRD 42019129913.
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- Department of Nursing, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Medical School, Botucatu
- Postgraduate Program in Nursing, University of Guarulhos (UNG)
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- Department of Gynecology, Obstetrics and Mastology, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Medical School, Botucatu, São Paulo, Brazil
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McCarus SD, Wiercinski K, Heidrich N. Shared Decision-Making to Improve Patient Engagement in Minimally Invasive Hysterectomy. Surg Technol Int 2019; 34:265-268. [PMID: 30472723] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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Shared decision-making (SDM) between the patient and physician is receiving increased attention as a way to improve patient satisfaction and value of care. Having a readily implemented tool available to inform conversation may enable SDM at a high-volume gynecologic surgery practice. Our objective was to evaluate the impact of an SDM tool on patients' decision to have minimally invasive gynecology surgery. We conducted a feasibility study using the SDM tool plus a follow-up survey for 100 patients recommended to undergo minimally invasive hysterectomy. Nearly all patients (97%) indicated that they were satisfied with their decision to undergo a minimally invasive procedure, including laparoscopic total and supracervical hysterectomy with or without the aid of the robotic platform. Anecdotally, patients expressed appreciation for the provided materials and the presentation of care options. For the care provider, use of the SDM tool did not add substantial time to the visit. Knowing that comprehensive information was provided to all patients was reassuring. Implementing a shared decision-making model in a gynecological practice is feasible and increases awareness and engagement, as well as satisfaction, among patients electing to have a hysterectomy.
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- Steven D McCarus
- Division of Gynecologic Surgery, Florida Hospital Celebration Health, Department of OB/GYN, University of Central Florida, McCarus Surgical Specialists for Women, Orlando, Florida
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- Women's Health & CAPPS, Clinical Care Coordinator Florida Hospital Celebration Health, Celebration, Florida
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- Health Economics and Reimbursement, Edwards Lifesciences, Irvine, California
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Wilson L, Pandeya N, Byles J, Mishra G. Hysterectomy and incidence of depressive symptoms in midlife women: the Australian Longitudinal Study on Women's Health. Epidemiol Psychiatr Sci 2018; 27:381-392. [PMID: 28190411 PMCID: PMC6998864 DOI: 10.1017/s2045796016001220] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/26/2016] [Accepted: 12/21/2016] [Indexed: 01/23/2023] Open
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AIMS There is limited longitudinal research that has looked at the longer term incidence of depressive symptoms, comparing women with a hysterectomy to women without a hysterectomy. We aimed to investigate the association between hysterectomy status and the 12-year incidence of depressive symptoms in a mid-aged cohort of Australian women, and whether these relationships were modified by use of exogenous hormones. METHODS We used generalised estimating equation models for binary outcome data to assess the associations of the incidence of depressive symptoms (measured by the 10-item Centre for Epidemiologic Studies Depression Scale) across five surveys over a 12-year period, in women with a hysterectomy with ovarian conservation, or a hysterectomy with bilateral oophorectomy compared with women without a hysterectomy. We further stratified women with hysterectomy by their current use of menopausal hormone therapy (MHT). Women who reported prior treatment for depression were excluded from the analysis. RESULTS Compared with women without a hysterectomy (n = 4002), both women with a hysterectomy with ovarian conservation (n = 884) and women with a hysterectomy and bilateral oophorectomy (n = 450) had a higher risk of depressive symptoms (relative risk (RR) 1.20; 95% confidence interval (CI) 1.06-1.36 and RR 1.44; 95% CI 1.22-1.68, respectively). There were differences in the strength of the risk for women with a hysterectomy with ovarian conservation, compared with those without, when we stratified by current MHT use. Compared with women without a hysterectomy who did not use MHT, women with a hysterectomy with ovarian conservation who were also MHT users had a higher risk of depressive symptoms (RR 1.57; 95% CI 1.31-1.88) than women with a hysterectomy with ovarian conservation but did not use MHT (RR 1.17; 95% CI 1.02-1.35). For women with a hysterectomy and bilateral oophorectomy, MHT use did not attenuate the risk. We could not rule out, however, that the higher risk seen among MHT users may be due to confounding by indication, i.e. MHT was prescribed to treat depressive symptoms, but their depressive symptoms persisted. CONCLUSIONS Women with a hysterectomy (with and without bilateral oophorectomy) have a higher risk of new incidence of depressive symptoms in the longer term that was not explained by lifestyle or socio-economic factors.
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- L. Wilson
- The University of Queensland, Centre for Longitudinal and Life Course Research, School of Public Health, Public Health Building, Herston Road, Herston, QLD 4006, Australia
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- The University of Queensland, Centre for Longitudinal and Life Course Research, School of Public Health, Public Health Building, Herston Road, Herston, QLD 4006, Australia
- QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute, 300 Herston Road, Herston, QLD 4006, Australia
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- Faculty of Health and Medicine, Research Centre for Generational Health and Ageing, The University of Newcastle, Newcastle, Australia
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- The University of Queensland, Centre for Longitudinal and Life Course Research, School of Public Health, Public Health Building, Herston Road, Herston, QLD 4006, Australia
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Janda M, Armfield NR, Page K, Kerr G, Kurz S, Jackson G, Currie J, Weaver E, Yazdani A, Obermair A. Factors influencing women's decision making in hysterectomy. Patient Educ Couns 2018; 101:504-510. [PMID: 28918105 DOI: 10.1016/j.pec.2017.09.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/16/2017] [Revised: 08/31/2017] [Accepted: 09/11/2017] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To explore factors influencing how well-informed women felt about hysterectomy, influences on their decision making, and on them receiving a less-invasive alternative to open surgery. METHODS Online questionnaire, conducted in 2015-2016, of women who had received a hysterectomy in Australia, in the preceding two years. RESULTS Questionnaires were completed by 2319/6000 women (39% response). Most women (n=2225; 96%) felt well-informed about hysterectomy. Women were more aware of the open abdominal approach (n=1798; 77%), than of less-invasive vaginal (n=1552; 67%), laparoscopic (n=1540; 66%), laparoscopic-assisted (n=1303; 56%), and robotic approaches (n=289; 12%). Most women (n=1435; 62%) reported their gynaecologist was the most influential information source. Women who received information about hysterectomy from a GP (OR=1.47; 95% CI 1.15-1.90), or from a gynaecologist (OR=1.3; 95% CI 1.06-1.58), were more likely to feel better informed (p<0.01). CONCLUSION This study is important because it helps clinicians, researchers and health policy makers to understand why many women still receive an open abdominal approach despite many learned societies recommending to avoid it if possible. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS Additional information, or education about avoiding open abdominal approach where possible may lead to a greater number of women receiving less-invasive types of hysterectomy in the future.
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- Monika Janda
- Queensland University of Technology, School of Public Health, Institute of Health and Biomedical Innovation, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- The University of Queensland, Centre for Clinical Research, Faculty of Medicine, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- Queensland University of Technology, School of Public Health, Institute of Health and Biomedical Innovation, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- Queensland University of Technology, QUT Business School, School of Advertising, Marketing and Public Relations, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- Vanguard Health, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- The University of Queensland, Centre for Clinical Research, Faculty of Medicine, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia; Nambour Hospital, Nambour, Queensland, Australia
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- The University of Queensland, Centre for Clinical Research, Faculty of Medicine, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- The University of Queensland, Centre for Clinical Research, Faculty of Medicine, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia; Queensland Centre for Gynaecological Cancer, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.
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BACKGROUND In India, community based studies and media reports indicate a surge in the number of young women undergoing hysterectomy in the past few years. This has led to suspicion on the misuse of procedure, and intense debates on its potential ill health-effects on young women. However, there are no population-based studies that provide insights into hysterectomy prevalence and its determinants at the national level. DATA AND METHODS This study used data from India's District Level Household Survey that involved a sample of 3, 16,361 married women in the age group of 15-49 years spread across 21 States and Union Territories of India. Bivariate and multivariate regression analysis was performed to estimate hysterectomy prevalence and identify its predictors. RESULTS The study estimated hysterectomy prevalence of 17 per 1000 ever married women. The number of women undergoing hysterectomy ranged from 2 to 63/1000 across different states. A little more than one-third of women who had undergone hysterectomy were under the age of 40 years. The proportion of women below 40 years of age who had had hysterectomy was much higher in southern states of Andhra Pradesh (42%) and Telangana (47%). The likelihood of hysterectomy was higher among women belonging to households with health insurance (OR: 1.88, CI: 1.77-2.00) and women who were sterilized (OR 1.55; CI 1.45-1.67) than uninsured and unsterilized women, and lower among women with education level of matriculation and above (OR 0.47; CI 0.42-0.50) than those with no and/or low education. CONCLUSIONS A sizable proportion of young women undergoing hysterectomy in India may have severe ill-health effects on their physical, reproductive and socio-psycho health. As women with low or no education are also more prone to hysterectomy, providing more information and education to them on the possible after-effects of hysterectomy and alternative options will enable them to make more informed choices.
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- Ranjan Kumar Prusty
- IIHMR University, 1, Prabhu Dayal Marg, Sanganer Airport, Jaipur, 302 029 India
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- IIHMR University, 1, Prabhu Dayal Marg, Sanganer Airport, Jaipur, 302 029 India
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- IIHMR University, 1, Prabhu Dayal Marg, Sanganer Airport, Jaipur, 302 029 India
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Berlit S, Lis S, Jürgens S, Buchweitz O, Hornemann A, Sütterlin M, Tuschy B. Postoperative sexual functioning in total versus subtotal laparoscopic hysterectomy: what do women expect? Arch Gynecol Obstet 2017; 296:513-518. [PMID: 28685227 DOI: 10.1007/s00404-017-4452-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2017] [Accepted: 06/26/2017] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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PURPOSE To evaluate sexual functioning and expected changes in sexual functioning in women with planned total versus subtotal laparoscopic hysterectomy. METHODS A total of 120 women undergoing laparoscopic hysterectomy were preoperatively enrolled in this study with a cross-sectional design. Full data sets were available for 112 patients, so that 56 patients with planned total laparoscopic hysterectomy (TLH) and 56 women with planned laparoscopic supracervical hysterectomy (LASH) were preoperatively assessed. Sexual functioning was evaluated using the female sexual function index (FSFI). Additionally, participants filled in a standardised questionnaire concerning expected changes on sexual function after the procedure. Demographic parameters, expectations concerning postoperative sexuality and FSFI scores were analysed and compared in women undergoing TLH and LASH. RESULTS There were no significant differences concerning demographic parameters and FSFI scores comparing collectives. Sexuality in general was considered more important in women undergoing LASH (2.88 ± 0.83 vs. 2.48 ± 0.89; p = 0.011). Also, in 29 patients (52%) opting for LASH and 8 (14%) patients undergoing TLH a potential change in postoperative sexuality had an impact on their choice for a subtotal/total hysterectomy, respectively (p < 0.001). CONCLUSION Patients' expectations concerning preservation of the cervix and postoperative sexuality appear to have the potential to bias investigations comparing total with subtotal hysterectomy. Hence, future research focusing on this issue should be accomplished incorporating patients' expectations stratified by mode of intervention.
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- Sebastian Berlit
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University Medical Centre Mannheim, Heidelberg University, Theodor-Kutzer-Ufer 1-3, 68167, Mannheim, Germany
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- Institute of Psychiatric and Psychosomatic Psychotherapy, Central Institute of Mental Health, Medical Faculty Mannheim, Heidelberg University, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University Medical Centre Mannheim, Heidelberg University, Theodor-Kutzer-Ufer 1-3, 68167, Mannheim, Germany
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University Medical Centre Mannheim, Heidelberg University, Theodor-Kutzer-Ufer 1-3, 68167, Mannheim, Germany
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University Medical Centre Mannheim, Heidelberg University, Theodor-Kutzer-Ufer 1-3, 68167, Mannheim, Germany.
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Cozza G, Pinto A, Giovanale V, Bianchi P, Guarino A, Marziani R, Frega A, Caserta D. Comparative effectiveness and impact on health-related quality of life of hysterectomy vs. levonorgestrel intra-uterine system for abnormal uterine bleeding. Eur Rev Med Pharmacol Sci 2017; 21:2255-2260. [PMID: 28537655] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To compare hysterectomy and levonorgestrel intra-uterine system (LNG-IUS) for the treatment of abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB) and iron deficiency anemia. PATIENTS AND METHODS Retrospective study evaluating quality of life, sexual function, satisfaction and blood hemoglobin concentration improvement in 60 pre-menopausal women treated with hysterectomy or LNG-IUS. All analysis was performed with statistical software SPSS 21.0 (SPSS Inc., Chicago, IL, USA). RESULTS Despite superior control of bleeding and dysmenorrhea observed after hysterectomy, LNG-IUS showed similar impact on blood hemoglobin levels, quality of life, satisfaction and sexual function resulting more cost-effective. CONCLUSIONS In the absence of contraindications, LNG-IUS should always be the first therapeutic choice for chronic AUB. Surgical treatment must be considered as an "extrema ratio".
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- G Cozza
- Department of Medical and Surgical Science and Translation Medicine, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Faculty of Medicine and Psychology, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy.
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Saab SS, Bastek J, Dayaratna S, Hutton E, Salva CR. Development and Validation of a Mental Practice Tool for Total Abdominal Hysterectomy. J Surg Educ 2017; 74:216-221. [PMID: 27825661 DOI: 10.1016/j.jsurg.2016.10.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/19/2016] [Revised: 08/11/2016] [Accepted: 10/02/2016] [Indexed: 05/14/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Total abdominal hysterectomy (TAH) is a common operation performed by obstetrician-gynecologists. Training opportunities for this procedure are declining. Mental practice (MP), the use of mental imagery to rehearse a task symbolically before performance, has been used successfully in sports and music to enhance skill. This strategy demonstrates benefit in existing surgical education literature. We aimed to develop and validate a MP tool (MPT) for resident training in TAH. DESIGN A prospective survey study was performed in a large, urban, academic medical center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. A MPT was developed by guiding expert surgeons through a cognitive walk-through of TAH to identify key procedural cues. For validation, a convenience sample of 22 residents and attendings (N = 11 per group) mentally rehearsed TAH. Motivation, confidence, quality of imagery, and utility of the activity were assessed with a previously validated Mental Imagery Questionnaire (MIQ) before and after exposure to the MPT. RESULTS Residents, but not attendings, found MP to be useful in preparation for surgery (residents, p = 0.01; attendings, p = 0.34) and had increased confidence following this exercise (residents, p = 0.01; attendings, p = 0.08). Significant improvement in global imagery score after use of the tool was shown by residents (p = 0.01) but not by the attendings (p = 0.08), with residents having lower imagery skills than attendings both pre-MP and post-MP. Reliability testing of the MIQ indicated internal consistency (pre-MPT, 0.91; post-MPT, 0.90). CONCLUSIONS MP may serve as a potentially effective, portable, and inexpensive resident surgical training tool in preparation for TAH. Attendings may benefit from certain aspects of MP. The MIQ may serve as a measure of imagery skills in future experiments of MP in preparation for surgery.
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- Said S Saab
- Department of OBGYN, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- Department of OBGYN, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- Department of OBGYN, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- Department of OBGYN, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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Wilson BR, Tringale KR, Hirshman BR, Zhou T, Umlauf A, Taylor WR, Ciacci JD, Carter BS, Chen CC. Depression After Spinal Surgery: A Comparative Analysis of the California Outcomes Database. Mayo Clin Proc 2017; 92:88-97. [PMID: 27836112 PMCID: PMC5426910 DOI: 10.1016/j.mayocp.2016.06.030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/10/2016] [Revised: 06/11/2016] [Accepted: 06/20/2016] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To examine the relative incidence of newly recorded diagnosis of depression after spinal surgery as a proxy for the risk of post-spinal surgery depression. PATIENTS AND METHODS We used the longitudinal California Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development database (January 1, 2000, through December 31, 2010) to identify patients who underwent spinal surgery during these years. Patients with documented depression before surgery were excluded. Risk of new postoperative depression was determined via the incidence of newly recorded depression on any hospitalization subsequent to surgery. For comparison, this risk was also determined for patients hospitalized during the same time period for coronary artery bypass grafting, hysterectomy, cholecystectomy, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, congestive heart failure exacerbation, or uncomplicated vaginal delivery. RESULTS Our review identified 1,078,639 patients. Relative to the uncomplicated vaginal delivery cohort, the adjusted hazard ratios (HRs) for newly recorded depression within 5 years after the admission of interest were 5.05 for spinal surgery (95% CI, 4.79-5.33), 2.33 for coronary artery bypass grafting (95% CI, 2.15-2.54), 3.04 for hysterectomy (95% CI, 2.88-3.21), 2.51 for cholecystectomy (95% CI, 2.35-2.69), 2.44 for congestive heart failure exacerbation (95% CI, 2.28-2.61), and 3.04 for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (95% CI, 2.83-3.26). Among patients who underwent spinal surgery, this risk of postoperative depression was highest for patients who underwent fusion surgery (HR, 1.28; 95% CI, 1.22-1.36) or had undergone multiple spinal operations (HR, 1.22; 95% CI, 1.16-1.29) during the analyzed period. CONCLUSION Patients who undergo spinal surgery have a higher risk for postoperative depression than patients treated for other surgical or medical conditions known to be associated with depression.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of California, San Diego, CA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of California, San Diego, CA
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of California, San Diego, CA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of California, San Diego, CA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of California, San Diego, CA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of California, San Diego, CA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, University of California, San Diego, CA.
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Xiao M, Gao H, Bai H, Zhang Z. Quality of life and sexuality in disease-free survivors of cervical cancer after radical hysterectomy alone: A comparison between total laparoscopy and laparotomy. Medicine (Baltimore) 2016; 95:e4787. [PMID: 27603383 PMCID: PMC5023906 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000004787] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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The aim of the present study was to evaluate the possible differences between total laparoscopy and laparotomy regarding their impact on postoperative quality of life and sexuality in disease-free cervical cancer survivors who received radical hysterectomy (RH) and/or lymphadenectomy alone and were followed for >1 year.We reviewed all patients with cervical cancer who had received surgical treatment in our hospital between January 2001 and March 2014. Consecutive sexually active survivors who received RH and/or lymphadenectomy for early stage cervical cancer were enrolled and divided into 2 groups based on surgical approach. Survivors were interviewed and completed validated questionnaires, including the European Organization for Research Treatment of Cancer Quality-of-Life Core Questionnaire including 30 items, the Cervical Cancer-Specific Module of European Organization for Research Treatment of Cancer Quality-of-Life Questionnaire including 24 items (EORTC QLQ-CX24), and the Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI).In total, 273 patients with histologically confirmed cervical cancer were retrospectively reviewed. However, only 64 patients had received RH and/or lymphadenectomy alone; 58 survivors meeting the inclusion criteria were enrolled, including 42 total laparoscopy cases and 16 laparotomy cases, with an average follow-up of 46.1 and 51.2 months, respectively. The survivors in the 2 groups obtained good and similar scores on all items of the European Organization for Research Treatment of Cancer Quality-of-Life Core Questionnaire including 30 items and Cervical Cancer-Specific Module of European Organization for Research Treatment of Cancer Quality-of-Life Questionnaire including 24 items, without significant differences after controlling for covariate background characteristics. To the date of submission, 21.4% (9/42) of cases in the total laparoscopy group and 31.2% (5/16) of cases in the laparotomy group had not resumed sexual behavior after RH. Additionally, the scores on the FSFI items were comparable between the 2 groups; however, the total FSFI scores were 19.7 and 17.4 for total laparoscopy and laparotomy survivors, respectively, both of which were less than the validated cutoff value of 26.6 for diagnosing female sexual dysfunction.Disease-free cervical cancer survivors after RH and/or lymphadenectomy were able to cope well, although RH could greatly impair females' sexual function regardless of surgical approach. Moreover, the long-term quality of life and sexual function of survivors seemed to be independent of the surgical approach chosen. Randomized controlled and longitudinal trials with larger populations are needed to better compare these issues between patients receiving laparoscopy and laparotomy.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Beijing Chaoyang Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
- Correspondence: Zhenyu Zhang, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Beijing Chaoyang Hospital, Capital Medical University, Gongti Nan Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing 100020, China (e-mail: )
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Hysterectomy is one of the most common major gynaecological operations performed in the UK and the USA. Its impact on sexual function is a major cause of preoperative anxiety. Unfortunately, this anxiety is seldom articulated by patients, nor recognized and discussed by clinicians. Reports about the impact of hysterectomy on sexual function have been conflicting, partly due to the use of different and often unsatisfactory parameters to assess sexual function. The aim of this review is to assess the current evidence about the effect of hysterectomy on sexual function. Female sexual function is governed by psychological, social and physiological factors. A new model of 'the sexual response cycle', comprising physical, emotional and cognitive feedback, helps explain the sexual difficulties that arise before and after hysterectomy. Evidence is lacking for sexual dysfunction caused by the disruption of local nerve and blood supply, or by changing anatomical relationships. Removal of the ovaries at hysterectomy is associated with no change or even an improvement in sexual function, particularly in women on hormone replacement therapy. Thus, overall, hysterectomy improves sexual function, regardless of surgical method or removal of the cervix. This is probably due to the amelioration of the symptoms that have previously had a negative effect on sexual function.
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- Tefo Mokate
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, St Mary's Hospital, Manchester, UK
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INTRODUCTION Childbirth is generally perceived to be a triumphant and joyous moment in a woman's life. However, current research indicates that it can also be a time of fear, dread, and apprehension, particularly when the birth experience is traumatic. Some women attempt to seek the positives of their traumatic or unexpected childbirth experience to be able to cope with their experience. However, little attention is directed toward how women rebuild their lives and grow following traumatic birth experiences such as severe postpartum hemorrhage and emergency hysterectomy. METHODS Twenty-one Australian women, aged 24 to 57 years, who had experienced severe postpartum hemorrhage and emergency hysterectomy were interviewed in an in-depth qualitative study about their experiences. RESULTS Thematic analysis revealed the major theme of moving forward and 4 subthemes: appreciating life and what you have; what really counts: learning and growing; accepting it: it's just the way it is; and reframing the experience: seeking the positives All of the women found meaning following their hysterectomy, which produced a positive perspective on their lives. DISCUSSION The way that women find meaning and cope with the trauma of having a severe postpartum hemorrhage and emergency hysterectomy is significant to their ability to move forward and live life to the fullest. Midwives and other health care providers may be in a position to provide support for women in the aftermath of severe postpartum hemorrhage and emergency hysterectomy.
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Blacklock KLB, Langer P, Halfacree Z, Yool DA, Corr S, Owen L, Friend E, Ekiri A. Canine Ovariohysterectomy: A Survey of Surgeon Concerns and Surgical Complications Encountered by Newly Graduated Veterinarians. J Vet Med Educ 2016; 43:184-189. [PMID: 27128853 DOI: 10.3138/jvme.0915-147r] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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The objective of this study was to document newly qualified veterinarians' concerns and surgical complications encountered during canine ovariohysterectomy (cOVH) during the first year of general practice. A questionnaire investigating concerns about cOVH procedures was sent to all final-year veterinary students (group 1) enrolled at five UK universities. Participants were later asked to complete a similar questionnaire 6 months (group 2) and 12 months (group 3) after graduation, which involved grading their concern about different aspects of the cOVH procedure and reporting surgical complications encountered after completing three cOVHs. Responses were compared between different time points. There were 196 respondents in group 1, 55 in group 2, and 36 in group 3. Between groups 1 and 2, there was a statistically significant reduction in the respondents' levels of concern in every aspect of cOVH (p<.05). Between groups 2 and 3, there was no statistically significant change in respondents' levels of concern in any aspect of cOVH (p≥.21). There was a significant reduction in the number of complications encountered by veterinarians in group 3 (39/102, 38.2%) compared to those in group 2 (117/206, 56.8%) (p=.002). Employers should anticipate high levels of concern regarding all aspects of cOVHs in new graduates, and supervision during the first 6 months may be particularly useful.
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Desai S. Pragmatic prevention, permanent solution: Women's experiences with hysterectomy in rural India. Soc Sci Med 2016; 151:11-8. [PMID: 26773294 DOI: 10.1016/j.socscimed.2015.12.046] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/11/2015] [Revised: 12/24/2015] [Accepted: 12/30/2015] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Hysterectomy appears to be on the rise amongst low-income, rural women in India as routine treatment for gynaecological ailments. This paper explores the individual, household, socio-economic and health system factors that influenced women's decisions to undergo hysterectomy in rural Gujarat, with a focus on women's perspectives. Interviews were conducted with 35 rural, low-income women who had undergone hysterectomy, local gynaecologists and other key informants, alongside observation of daily life and health-related activities. Inductive, open coding was conducted within a framework analysis to identify thematic influences on the decision to undergo hysterectomy. Women underwent hysterectomy at an average age of 36, as treatment for typically severe gynaecological ailments. I argue that women, faced with embedded social inequality in the form of gender biases, lack of labour security and a maternal-centric health system, demonstrated pragmatic agency in their decision to remove the uterus. When they experienced gynaecological ailments, most sought two to three opinions and negotiated financial and logistical concerns. The health system offered few non-invasive services for non-maternal health issues. Moreover, women and health care providers believed there is limited utility of the uterus beyond childbearing. Women's responsibilities as caretakers, workers and producers drove them to seek permanent solutions that would secure their long-term work and health security. Thus, hysterectomy emerged as a normalised treatment for gynaecological ailments, particularly for low-income women with limited resources or awareness of potential side effects. In this setting, hysterectomy reflects the power structures and social inequalities in which women negotiated medical treatment--and the need to reverse a culture of permanent solutions for low-income women.
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- Sapna Desai
- SEWA Health Cooperative, Ellis Bridge, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380006, India.
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Andersen LL, Møller LMA, Gimbel HM. Low adherence to cervical cancer screening after subtotal hysterectomy. Dan Med J 2015; 62:A5165. [PMID: 26621394] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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INTRODUCTION A reason for not recommending subtotal hysterectomy is the risk of cervical pathology. We aimed to evaluate cervical cancer screening and to describe cervical pathology after subtotal and total hysterectomy for benign indications. METHODS Data regarding adherence to screening and pathology results from the national Danish registry (Patobank) were obtained on women from a randomised clinical trial and an observational study of subtotal versus total abdominal hysterectomy from the time of surgery until 2014. RESULTS We included 501 women (259 subtotal hysterectomies and 242 total hysterectomies). The mean follow-up time was 14.1 years, and the mean age at follow-up was 62.1 years. After subtotal hysterectomy, 9.7% were not invited for screening. Adherence to screening was 61.4%; 8.5% were not screened. After total hysterectomy, 14.5% were not invited, 6.6% adhered to screening and 65.7% were not screened. We found a minimum of one abnormal test in 28 (10.8%) after subtotal hysterectomy and one after total hysterectomy. No cervical cancers were found. CONCLUSIONS Adherence to cervical cancer screening after subtotal hysterectomy in a Danish population is suboptimal and some patients have unnecessary tests performed after total hysterectomy. Clarification of the use of cervical/vaginal smears after hysterectomy is needed to identify women at risk of cervical dysplasia or cancer. FUNDING Research Foundation of Region Zealand, University of Southern Denmark, Nykøbing Falster Hospital, Rigs-hospitalet and Roskilde Hospital, Denmark. TRIAL REGISTRATION ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT01880710.
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Solbrække KN, Bondevik H. Absent organs--present selves: exploring embodiment and gender identity in young Norwegian women's accounts of hysterectomy. Int J Qual Stud Health Well-being 2015; 10:26720. [PMID: 25937002 PMCID: PMC4417683 DOI: 10.3402/qhw.v10.26720] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/19/2015] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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In this paper, we explore how younger women in Norway construct their embodiment and sense of self after hysterectomy. To do this, we conducted in-depth interviews with eight ethnic Norwegian women aged between 25 and 43 who had undergone hysterectomy. In line with a broad phenomenological approach to illness, the study was designed to explore the trajectories of the women's illness with a specific focus on concrete human experience and identity claims from a subjective point of view. In analysing the stories, we encountered feelings of suffering due to the loss of the uterus as well as profound side-effects, such as menopause. However, we also found evidence of relief from being treated for heavy bleeding and serious illness. In order to accentuate the individual voices in these illness stories, we chose a case-oriented analysis in line with Radley and Chamberlain (2001) and Riessman (2008). From this, two main seemingly contradictory storylines stood out: They have removed what made me a woman versus Without a uterus, I feel more like a woman. We also identified heteronormativity as an unstated issue in both these storylines and in the research data as a whole. Acknowledging diversity in the way women experience hysterectomy is important for a better understanding of the ways in which hysterectomy may affect women as humans as well as for developing more cultural competent healthcare services for this group.
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- Institute of Health and Society, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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Derogatis LR. Breast and gynecologic cancers. Their unique impact on body image and sexual identity in women. Front Radiat Ther Oncol 2015; 14:1-11. [PMID: 399228 DOI: 10.1159/000412336] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Iacovides A, Ierodiakonou C, Bikos C, Kantarakias S. Prevention of psychiatric disturbances following gynaecologic operations. Bibl Psychiatr 2015:84-91. [PMID: 7458891 DOI: 10.1159/000392262] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/25/2023]
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The emotional complications following gynaecologic operations are investigated in an effort to search for their causes and find ways of prevention. A study of the authors in women after hysterectomy compared to a control group showed a great percentage of reactive depression, 6-12 months following the operation. Based on the findings concerning family attitudes, sexual misconceptions and body image changes, certain preventive measures are proposed: pre-operatively, proper psychological approach of the woman, investigation of the special individual and family attitudes and problems, provision of accurate information about the nature of the operation, and post-operatively adequate psychotherapeutic support.
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Raza N, Waqas A, Jamal M. Post-operative anxiety, depression and psychiatric support in patients undergoing hysterectomy: A cross sectional survey. J PAK MED ASSOC 2015; 65:443-445. [PMID: 25976588] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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Hysterectomy is a frequently performed gynaecological procedure in Pakistan. This surgical procedure is a very stressful event for Pakistani women suffering from severe gynecological diseases and complications. It is also associated with a high incidence of anxiety and depression. Several studies in the West have reported an improvement in symptoms of depression and anxiety in patients undergoing hysterectomy. But this situation might be different in low resource countries like Pakistan where it is usually associated with myths, life threatening complications and obstetric abnormalities. Psychiatric support for these women is almost non-existent in general surgical settings.
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- Nahal Raza
- CMH Lahore Medical College and Institute of Dentistry, Lahore Cantt
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- CMH Lahore Medical College and Institute of Dentistry, Lahore Cantt
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- CMH Lahore Medical College and Institute of Dentistry, Lahore Cantt
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Gueye M, Diouf AA, Cisse A, Coulbary AS, Moreau JC, Diouf A. [Consequences of hysterectomy at the national- hospital of Pikine in Dakar]. Tunis Med 2014; 92:635-638. [PMID: 25860680] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND Despite the frequency of hysterectomy, several studies have reported physical and psychological sequelae of this intervention. BUT: To evaluate the consequences of hysterectomy, their level of importance and how patients experience hysterectomy. METHODS That is a prospective study of 70 patients who underwent a hysterectomy from January 2009 to June 2011 at Pikine National Hospital. The experience of hysterectomy was determined by the physical and psychosocial felt after surgery. RESULTS Hysterectomy represented 5.9 % of gynecological surgical activities. The indications were dominated by myoma (57.1%). Hysterectomy was performed abdominally in 78.6% of cases and associated with bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy in 87% of cases. After surgery, new symptoms appeared: hot flushes, night sweats, urinary incontinence and urge incontinence in respectively 65.7%, 54.3%, 7.1% and 11.4% of patients. A proportion of 45.6% of them had resumed sexual activity after 90 days. The fear of pain at the time of intercourse was expressed in 55.7% of cases. A decrease in the frequency of sexual intercourse was found in 54.3% of patients. A drop of pleasure during sex was expressed in 38.6% of patients. Psychological effects were also reported by patients: decreased confidence in 31.4% of patients, feeling of being rejected by her husband in 5.7% of cases, sensation of mutilation in 24.3% of cases. CONCLUSION Physical and psychological postoperative impacts of hysterectomy are real. Adequate accompanying measures are necessary, in addition to preoperative preparation, to allow patients to improve the experience of hysterectomy.
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Aquino Bustos FJ, Correa Gutiérrez S, Reyes Anaya C, González Rodríguez BG. [Not Available]. Salud Publica Mex 2014; 56:239-240. [PMID: 25272171] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/03/2023] Open
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Korbly NB, Kassis NC, Good MM, Richardson ML, Book NM, Yip S, Saguan D, Gross C, Evans J, Lopes VV, Harvie HS, Sung VW. Patient preferences for uterine preservation and hysterectomy in women with pelvic organ prolapse. Am J Obstet Gynecol 2013; 209:470.e1-6. [PMID: 23921090 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajog.2013.08.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 121] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/03/2013] [Revised: 07/16/2013] [Accepted: 08/01/2013] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to describe patient preferences for uterine preservation and hysterectomy in women with pelvic organ prolapse symptoms and to describe predictors of preference for uterine preservation. STUDY DESIGN This multicenter, cross-sectional study evaluated patient preferences for uterine preservation vs hysterectomy in women with prolapse symptoms who were being examined for initial urogynecologic evaluation. Before meeting the physician, the women completed a questionnaire that asked them to indicate their prolapse treatment preference (uterine preservation vs hysterectomy) for scenarios in which the efficacy of treatment varied. Patient characteristics that were associated with preferences were determined, and predictors for uterine preservation preference were identified with multivariable logistic regression. RESULTS Two hundred thirteen women participated. Assuming outcomes were equal between hysterectomy and uterine preservation, 36% of the women preferred uterine preservation; 20% of the women preferred hysterectomy, and 44% of the women had no strong preference. If uterine preservation was superior, 46% of the women preferred uterine preservation, and 11% of the women preferred hysterectomy. If hysterectomy was superior, 21% of the women still preferred uterine preservation, despite inferior efficacy. On multivariable logistic regression, women in the South had decreased odds of preferring uterine preservation compared with women in the Northeast (odds ratio [OR], 0.17; 95% CI, 0.05-0.66). Women with at least some college education (OR, 2.87; 95% CI, 1.08-7.62) and those who believed that the uterus is important for their sense of self (OR, 28.2; 95% CI, 5.00-158.7) had increased odds for preferring uterine preservation. CONCLUSION A higher proportion of women with prolapse symptoms who were examined for urogynecologic evaluation preferred uterine preservation, compared with hysterectomy. Geographic region, education level, and belief that the uterus is important for a sense of self were predictors of preference for uterine preservation.
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- Nicole B Korbly
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Women and Infants Hospital of Rhode Island, Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, Providence, RI.
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Korbly NB, Kassis NC, Good MM, Richardson ML, Book NM, Yip S, Saguan D, Gross C, Evans J, Lopes VV, Harvie HS, Sung VW. Patient preferences for uterine preservation and hysterectomy in women with pelvic organ prolapse. Am J Obstet Gynecol 2013. [PMID: 23921090 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajog.2013.08.003,pmid23921090] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/19/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to describe patient preferences for uterine preservation and hysterectomy in women with pelvic organ prolapse symptoms and to describe predictors of preference for uterine preservation. STUDY DESIGN This multicenter, cross-sectional study evaluated patient preferences for uterine preservation vs hysterectomy in women with prolapse symptoms who were being examined for initial urogynecologic evaluation. Before meeting the physician, the women completed a questionnaire that asked them to indicate their prolapse treatment preference (uterine preservation vs hysterectomy) for scenarios in which the efficacy of treatment varied. Patient characteristics that were associated with preferences were determined, and predictors for uterine preservation preference were identified with multivariable logistic regression. RESULTS Two hundred thirteen women participated. Assuming outcomes were equal between hysterectomy and uterine preservation, 36% of the women preferred uterine preservation; 20% of the women preferred hysterectomy, and 44% of the women had no strong preference. If uterine preservation was superior, 46% of the women preferred uterine preservation, and 11% of the women preferred hysterectomy. If hysterectomy was superior, 21% of the women still preferred uterine preservation, despite inferior efficacy. On multivariable logistic regression, women in the South had decreased odds of preferring uterine preservation compared with women in the Northeast (odds ratio [OR], 0.17; 95% CI, 0.05-0.66). Women with at least some college education (OR, 2.87; 95% CI, 1.08-7.62) and those who believed that the uterus is important for their sense of self (OR, 28.2; 95% CI, 5.00-158.7) had increased odds for preferring uterine preservation. CONCLUSION A higher proportion of women with prolapse symptoms who were examined for urogynecologic evaluation preferred uterine preservation, compared with hysterectomy. Geographic region, education level, and belief that the uterus is important for a sense of self were predictors of preference for uterine preservation.
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- Nicole B Korbly
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Women and Infants Hospital of Rhode Island, Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, Providence, RI.
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Good MM, Korbly N, Kassis NC, Richardson ML, Book NM, Yip S, Saguan D, Gross C, Evans J, Harvie HS, Sung V. Prolapse-related knowledge and attitudes toward the uterus in women with pelvic organ prolapse symptoms. Am J Obstet Gynecol 2013; 209:481.e1-6. [PMID: 23748108 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajog.2013.06.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/08/2013] [Revised: 04/26/2013] [Accepted: 06/03/2013] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The objective of the study was to describe the basic knowledge about prolapse and attitudes regarding the uterus in women seeking care for prolapse symptoms. STUDY DESIGN This was a cross-sectional study of English-speaking women presenting with prolapse symptoms. Patients completed a self-administered questionnaire that included 5 prolapse-related knowledge items and 6 benefit-of-uterus attitude items; higher scores indicated greater knowledge or more positive perception of the uterus. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and multiple linear regression. RESULTS A total of 213 women were included. The overall mean knowledge score was 2.2 ± 1.1 (range, 0-5); 44% of the items were answered correctly. Participants correctly responded that surgery (79.8%), pessary (55.4%), and pelvic muscle exercises (34.3%) were prolapse treatment options. Prior evaluation by a female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery specialist (beta = 0.57, P = .001) and higher education (beta = 0.3, P = .07) was associated with a higher mean knowledge score. For attitude items, the overall mean score was 15.1 (4.7; range, 6-30). A total of 47.4% disagreed with the statement that the uterus is important for sex. The majority disagreed with the statement that the uterus is important for a sense of self (60.1%); that hysterectomy would make me feel less feminine (63.9%); and that hysterectomy would make me feel less whole (66.7%). Previous consultation with a female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery specialist was associated with a higher mean benefit of uterus score (beta = 1.82, P = .01). CONCLUSION Prolapse-related knowledge is low in women seeking care for prolapse symptoms. The majority do not believe the uterus is important for body image or sexuality and do not believe that hysterectomy will negatively affect their sex lives.
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- Meadow M Good
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX.
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Priya P, Roach EJ. Effect of pre-operative instruction on anxiety among women undergoing abdominal hysterectomy. Nurs J India 2013; 104:245-248. [PMID: 24974525] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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Women's health and hysterectomies have a direct bearing on their mental and emotional responses, as their reproductive system gets affected or removed. Abdominal hysterectomy is said to engender more stress and anxiety than other comparable surgeries. Providing pre-operative information on surgery is essential in reducing anxiety before surgery for positive post-operative outcomes. In this quasi-experimental study conducted to evaluate effectiveness of pre-operative instruction on anxiety among women undergoing abdominal hysterectomy for non-malignant conditions in multispecialty hospital, Bangalore, 60 women were selected by purposive sampling method and assigned to experimental and control groups. On day 2 of admission pre-test anxiety was assessed and experimental group was given 45 minutes instructional session whereas control group did not receive pre-operative instruction. Assessment of post-test anxiety was done after 24 hours of surgery. The results showed significant reduction in anxiety (p < 0.001) of women in the experimental group who received pre-operative instruction.
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Radical trachelectomy, which leaves the uterus intact, has emerged as a desirable surgical option for eligible women with early-stage cervical cancer who wish to preserve fertility. The available data suggest excellent obstetrical outcomes with radical trachelectomy, and no differences in sexual responding between radical trachelectomy and radical hysterectomy. There is a need to examine the effect of radical hysterectomy on sexual distress given that it is distinct from sexual function. Participants were 34 women diagnosed with early-stage cervical cancer. The authors report 1-month postsurgery data for 29 women (radical hysterectomy group: n = 17, M age = 41.8 years; radical trachelectomy group: n = 12, M age = 31.8 years), and 6-month follow-up data on 26 women. Whereas both groups experienced an increase in sex-related distress immediately after surgery, distress continued to increase 6 months after surgery for the radical hysterectomy group but decreased in the radical trachelectomy group. There were no between-group differences in mood, anxiety, or general measures of health. The decrease in sex-related distress in the radical trachelectomy but not in the radical hysterectomy group suggests that the preservation of fertility may have attenuated sex-related distress. Care providers should counsel women exploring surgical options for cervical cancer about potential sex distress-related sequelae.
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- Lori A Brotto
- University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
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Gibson CJ, Joffe H, Bromberger JT, Thurston RC, Lewis TT, Khalil N, Matthews KA. Mood symptoms after natural menopause and hysterectomy with and without bilateral oophorectomy among women in midlife. Obstet Gynecol 2012; 119:935-41. [PMID: 22525904 PMCID: PMC3339661 DOI: 10.1097/aog.0b013e31824f9c14] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To examine whether mood symptoms increased more for women in the years after hysterectomy with or without bilateral oophorectomy relative to natural menopause. METHODS Using data from the Study of Women's Health Across the Nation (n=1,970), depression and anxiety symptoms were assessed annually for up to 10 years with the Center for Epidemiological Studies Depression Index and four anxiety questions, respectively. Piece-wise hierarchical growth models were used to relate natural menopause, hysterectomy with ovarian conservation, and hysterectomy with bilateral oophorectomy to trajectories of mood symptoms before and after the final menstrual period or surgery. Covariates included educational attainment, race, menopausal status, age the year before final menstrual period or surgery, and time-varying body mass index, self-rated health, hormone therapy, and antidepressant use. RESULTS By the tenth annual visit, 1,793 (90.9%) women reached natural menopause, 76 (3.9%) reported hysterectomy with ovarian conservation, and 101 (5.2%) reported hysterectomy with bilateral oophorectomy. For all women, depressive and anxiety symptoms decreased in the years after final menstrual period or surgery. These trajectories did not significantly differ by hysterectomy or oophorectomy status. The Center for Epidemiological Studies Depression Index means were 0.72 standard deviations lower and anxiety symptoms were 0.67 standard deviations lower 5 years after final menstrual period or surgery. CONCLUSION In this study, mood symptoms continued to improve after the final menstrual period or hysterectomy for all women. Women who undergo a hysterectomy with or without bilateral oophorectomy in midlife do not experience more negative mood symptoms in the years after surgery. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE II.
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- Carolyn J Gibson
- Department of Psychology, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA.
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Stadnicka G, Iwanowicz-Palus G, Mazurek A, Pieta B. [The feeling of life satisfaction in patients after hysterectomy]. Ginekol Pol 2012; 83:347-352. [PMID: 22708331] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/01/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVES The aim of the study was to evaluate the feeling of life satisfaction in women after hysterectomy MATERIAL AND METHODS A group of 131 women after hysterectomy was included in the study patients of the PSPS Jan Bozy Hospital in Lublin. 95 of the respondents were treated surgically because of benign gynaecological diseases, hysterectomy was performed in 36 patients because of malignant cancer of genital organs. The time between the end of the treatment and the day of the study was 3 to 12 months. 10 domains of life satisfaction were evaluated, using the questionnaire LISAT-11. Each factor was evaluated using a 1-10 scale, starting with 1-grade which was treated as very unsatisfactory through grades 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 up to a very satisfactory grade. Statistical analysis was performed with the Chi2 test, the Mann-Whitney U test and the Kruskal-Wallis test. RESULTS The respondents estimated their feeling of life satisfaction in particular domains in a comparative way. The obtained results can be placed in a range from 4 to 5 points. Relationships with the partner and financial situation were assessed as the worst. Women before 40 years of age declared much higher level of life satisfaction than women over 55 years of age. Fundamental differences in assessing the seven domains (p<0.05) were found between respondents suffering from cancer and the rest of the examined patients, except for contacts with friends and acquaintances, family life and the evaluation of mental health. CONCLUSIONS Hysterectomy determines life satisfaction on an average level defined as 'rather satisfactory' in most domains of life. The type of indication for hysterectomy plays a significant role in the evaluation of the quality of life of women.
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- Grazyna Stadnicka
- Samodzielna Pracownia Umiejetności Połozniczych Wydziału Pielegniarstwa i Nauk o Zdrowiu Uniwersytetu Medycznego w Lublinie, Polska.
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Rosales Aujang E, Jaime Camacho MDJ. [Rating the quality of care offered to women who underwent hysterectomy]. Ginecol Obstet Mex 2011; 79:474-481. [PMID: 21966844] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND In recent years emerged as a primary need, the evaluation of the services offered to get better quality in them. Health systems are subject to these assessments. OBJECTIVE To assess the quality of care provided to patients who underwent hysterectomy, since the reference of the family physician, until discharge by the gynecologist. We analyzed the diagnostic results in the short and long-term, patient satisfaction and gynecologist satisfaction, regarding the conditions for offering services. PATIENTS AND METHOD Retrospective study including 118 patients who underwent hysterectomy and were analyzed the following aspects: history, diagnoses and outcomes. Cross-sectional surveys were also conducted to obtain the satisfaction of patients and the physicians who performed the surgeries. RESULTS The satisfaction of patients was confirmed, in contrast to the opinion of gynecologists who expressed dissatisfaction with the resources they have. There was discrepancy between diagnosis, planned surgery and the procedure performed, however, the clinical results were adequate. CONCLUSIONS At present, any institution should periodically evaluate the services it provides to implement measures and procedures commensurate with their population and resources and invite users to participate in internal decision making and provide the opportunity to become an evaluator to generate a culture of self-improvement and continuous improvement in all involved.
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- Enrique Rosales Aujang
- Departamento de Ginecología y Obstetricia, Hospital General de Zona número 2, Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social, Aguascalientes, México.
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Researchers have long held that fatalism (the belief in a lack of personal power or control over destiny or fate) constitutes a major barrier to participation in positive health behaviors and, subsequently, adversely affects health outcomes. In this article, we present two in-depth, ethnographic studies of rural women's health decisions surrounding cancer treatments to illustrate the complexity and contestability of the long-established fatalism construct. Narrative analyses suggest that for these women, numerous and complex factors--including inadequate access to health services, a legacy of self-reliance, insufficient privacy, combined with a culturally acceptable idiom of fatalism--foster the use of, but not necessarily a rigid conviction in, the notion of fatalism.
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- Elaine M Drew
- Department of Family and Community Medicine, Medical College of Wisconsin, USA
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Gibson CJ, Bromberger JT, Weiss GE, Thurston RC, Sowers M, Matthews KA. Negative attitudes and affect do not predict elective hysterectomy: a prospective analysis from the Study of Women's Health Across the Nation. Menopause 2011; 18:499-507. [PMID: 21228728 PMCID: PMC3123400 DOI: 10.1097/gme.0b013e3181f9fa35] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Cross-sectional studies suggest an association between hysterectomy and negative affect. Using prospective data, we examined the associations of negative affect, attitudes toward aging and menopause, premenstrual symptoms, and vasomotor symptoms with elective hysterectomy in midlife. METHODS Data were from the Study of Women's Health Across the Nation, a multisite, community-based prospective cohort study of the menopausal transition (n = 2,818). Annually reported hysterectomy at visits 2 to 9 was verified with medical records when available (71%). Anxiety, perceived stress, depressive symptoms, attitudes toward aging and menopause, vasomotor symptoms, and premenstrual symptoms were assessed at baseline using standardized questions. Cox proportional hazards models were used to relate these variables to subsequent elective hysterectomy. Covariates included demographic variables, menstrual bleeding problems, body mass index, hormone levels, and self-rated health, also assessed at baseline. RESULTS Elective hysterectomy was reported by 6% (n = 168) of participants over an 8-year period. Women with hysterectomy were not higher in negative affect or negative attitudes toward aging and menopause compared with women without hysterectomy. Vasomotor symptoms (hazard ratio [HR], 1.44; 95% CI, 1.03-2.01; P = 0.03) and positive attitudes toward aging and menopause (HR, 1.74; 95% CI, 1.04-2.93) at baseline predicted hysterectomy over the 8-year period, controlling for menstrual bleeding problems, site, race/ethnicity, follicle-stimulating hormone, age, education, body mass index, and self-rated health. Menstrual bleeding problems at baseline were the strongest predictor of hysterectomy (HR, 4.30; 95% CI, 2.05-9.05). CONCLUSIONS In this prospective examination, negative affect and attitudes were not associated with subsequent hysterectomy. Menstrual bleeding problems were the major determinant of elective hysterectomy.
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- Carolyn J Gibson
- Department of Psychology, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA.
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Keskin G, Gumus AB. Turkish hysterectomy and mastectomy patients - depression, body image, sexual problems and spouse relationships. Asian Pac J Cancer Prev 2011; 12:425-432. [PMID: 21545207] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/30/2023] Open
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The aim of this study was to compare hysterectomy and mastectomy patients in terms of depression, body image, sexual problems and spouse relations. The study group comprised 94 patients being treated in Ege University Radiation Oncology Clinic, Tulay Aktas Oncology Hospital, Izmir Aegean Obstetrics and Gynecology Training and Research Hospital for breast and gynecological cancer (42 patients underwent mastectomy, 52 patient underwent hysterectomy). Five scales were used in the study: Sociodemographic Data Form, Beck Depression Scale, Body Image Scale, Dyadic Adjustment Scale, Golombok Rust Sexual Functions Scale. Mastectomy patients were more depressive than hysterectomy patients (t = 2.78, p < 0.01). Body image levels of the patients were bad but there was no significant difference between the two patient groups (p > 0.05). Hysterectomy patients had more problems in terms of vaginismus (t = 2.32, p < 0.05), avoidance of sexual intercourse (t = 2.31, p < 0.05), communication (t = 2.06, p < 0.05), and frequency of sexual intercourse than mastectomy patients (t = 2.10, p < 0.05). As compared with compliance levels between patients and spouses; hysterectomy patients had more problems related to expression of emotions than mastectomy patients (t = 2.12, p < 0.05). In conclusion, body image was negative, mastectomy was associated with more depression and hysterectomy with greater sexual problems and difficulties with spouse relationships.
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Peterson ZD, Rothenberg JM, Bilbrey S, Heiman JR. Sexual functioning following elective hysterectomy: the role of surgical and psychosocial variables. J Sex Res 2010; 47:513-527. [PMID: 19705325 DOI: 10.1080/00224490903151366] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/28/2023]
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In this article, two studies were conducted to investigate the surgical and psychosocial correlates of women's post-hysterectomy sexual functioning. In Study 1, sexual functioning was measured in an online convenience sample of 65 women who had undergone elective hysterectomy. Results suggested that most women experienced improved sexual functioning after their hysterectomy. Women who underwent hysterectomy to treat endometriosis reported less improvement in sexual functioning as compared to women who had hysterectomies for other indications, and women who had abdominal hysterectomies reported less improvement in sexual functioning as compared to women who had vaginal hysterectomies. Sexual functioning post-hysterectomy was associated with psychosocial variables, particularly body esteem and relationship quality. In Study 2, sexual functioning was investigated at two time points three to five months apart in a sample of 14 women who reported developing sexual problems following their elective hysterectomies. Results suggested that, among women suffering from post-hysterectomy sexual dysfunction, sexual pain and difficulty with orgasm increased over time.
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- Zoë D Peterson
- Department of Psychology and Institute for Women and Gender Studies, University of Missouri-St. Louis, USA.
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- M Shehmar
- University of Birmingham Birmingham Women's Hospital, Metchley Park Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham B15 2TG, UK.
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Although the literature on hysterectomy is well represented by the medical and nursing professions, there is a paucity of social work research on the psychosocial dimensions of hysterectomy and surgical menopause. With over one-half million women undergoing the surgical removal of their reproductive organs each year, clinical social workers need to be aware of the potential effects of hysterectomy on the physical, affective, social, spiritual, and sexual domains of women's lives. The sequelae of a hysterectomy portend consequences for the quality of a woman's life. Using qualitative and quantitative research methods, a Web-based questionnaire was used to examine women's lived experiences of hysterectomy in each of these domains. The findings of this exploratory study (n = 74) suggest that younger women may be at greater risk for depression than older women following hysterectomy and that physician gender may influence pre-surgery decision making.
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- Jessica Cabness
- School of Social Work, College of Arts & Sciences, University of South Florida, St. Petersburg, Florida, USA.
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Taran FA, Tempany CMC, Regan L, Inbar Y, Revel A, Stewart EA. Magnetic resonance-guided focused ultrasound (MRgFUS) compared with abdominal hysterectomy for treatment of uterine leiomyomas. Ultrasound Obstet Gynecol 2009; 34:572-578. [PMID: 19852046 DOI: 10.1002/uog.7435] [Citation(s) in RCA: 55] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/28/2023]
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OBJECTIVES To compare women undergoing magnetic resonance-guided focused ultrasound (MRgFUS) to a group of contemporaneously recruited women undergoing total abdominal hysterectomy. Patient demographics, safety parameters, quality of life outcomes and disability measures are reported. METHODS One hundred and nine women were recruited in seven centers for MRgFUS treatment and 83 women who underwent abdominal hysterectomy were recruited in seven separate centers to provide contemporaneous assessment of safety. The adverse-event profile and disability parameters were prospectively assessed. Patients were also screened at baseline and at 1, 3 and 6 months using the SF-36 health survey questionnaire. RESULTS There were no life-threatening adverse events in either group. Overall, the number of significant clinical complications and adverse events was lower in women in the MRgFUS group compared to women undergoing hysterectomy. MRgFUS was associated with significantly faster recovery, including resumption of usual activities. At 6 months of follow-up, there were four (4%) treatment failures in the MRgFUS arm. Regarding SF-36 subscale scores, at 6 months there was improvement in all SF-36 subscales for both treatment groups. However, most of the SF-36 subscale scores were significantly better at this stage in the hysterectomy group than in the MRgFUS group. Women undergoing MRgFUS had steady improvement in all parameters throughout the 6-month follow-up period, despite the fact that they continued to have myomatous uteri and menstruation, which at baseline had given them significant symptomatology. CONCLUSIONS The results of this study show that MRgFUS treatment of uterine leiomyomas leads to clinical improvement with fewer significant clinical complications and adverse events compared to hysterectomy at 6 months' follow-up.
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- F A Taran
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN 55905, USA
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Every year, many women all over the world will undergo a hysterectomy, the removal of their uterus. The majority of hysterectomies are performed to treat conditions such as fibroids, heavy bleeding, endometriosis, adenomyosis and prolapse. A hysterectomy is not often a procedure that needs to be performed urgently, except in the case of cancer. Therefore, a woman considering the procedure should take time to investigate all her options, including other possible treatments. Deciding whether to have a hysterectomy can be a difficult and emotional process. Signs of depression may include severe and prolonged feelings of sadness and hopelessness; diminished interest in activities; significant weight loss or gain; insomnia; fatigue; and thoughts of death or suicide. Every person reacts differently, and reactions are a combination of emotional and physical responses. We still have much to learn about the effects of hysterectomy on sexual function. We investigated many studies published in different journals relative to this subject and we compare their results. Women are more likely to report improved sexual functioning after the surgery when their symptoms have been alleviated. A new hysterectomy procedure that 'spares' abdominal ligaments and nerves is quicker and results in less blood loss and shorter hospital stays and seems to respect the tissues more, without affecting the sexuality of the women.
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- E Vomvolaki
- Alexandra Maternity Hospital, 1st Dept Ob/Gyn, University Medical School, Athens, Greece.
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Lee CF, Wen FH. [Applying the hierarchical linear model in longitudinal studies: an example of symptom distress in women who had undergone a hysterectomy]. Hu Li Za Zhi 2008; 55:63-72. [PMID: 18668483] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/26/2023]
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The purpose of this study was to introduce the Hierarchical Linear Model (HLM) and apply it to the topic of symptom distress in women who had undergone a hysterectomy. HLM was developed to analyze multilevel data and included a longitudinal study, which focused in particular on unbalanced design. A quasi-experimental design was conducted. Data on symptom distress in women who had undergone a hysterectomy (experimental group) and those who had not (control group) were collected over a six-week period and analyzed using HLM. Findings indicated that the experimental group had a quadratic trajectory in physical distress changes and a negative linear trend in psychological distress, both of which differed significantly from the control group. Additionally, physical and psychological distress influenced one another in three measurement variables, and physical distress in the experimental group actually improved over the six week period. Using HLM was able to estimate the different trajectories for each subject in the experimental group. This study shows that HLM can be applied effectively in longitudinal studies.
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- Ching-Fang Lee
- Department of Nurising, Oriental Institute of Technology College, ROC
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Salvador RT, Vargens OMDC, Progianti JM. [Sexuality and hysterectomy: myths and reality]. Rev Gaucha Enferm 2008; 29:320-323. [PMID: 18822767] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/26/2023] Open
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Hysterectomy is a surgical procedure that may interfere with women's sexual sensations and expression. Sexuality may have different meanings. Women submitted to hysterectomy may experience situations that disturb their identity as women. Therefore, reflections must be made on those influences on sexuality. Ideas on gender and sexuality are used in this article to explain concepts and to relate them to the possibilities of nursing care based on changing the dominant paradigm.
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Rabinerson D, Melamed N, Glezerman M. [Gynecologic pelvic surgery for benign conditions and its postoperative effect on womens' sexuality]. Harefuah 2008; 147:247-276. [PMID: 18488868] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/26/2023]
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Hysterectomy for benign conditions, whether total or subtotal, with or without oophorectomy, and by abdominal or vaginal approach, is a common procedure in gynecologic surgery. Early concerns about a negative impact on postoperative sexuality following hysterectomy can no longer be maintained. Currently, sufficient data is available to indicate that hysterectomy does not adversely affect post-operative female sexuality and may even improve it. The addition of testosterone to post-operative hormonal treatment may further improve sexual response in women, although this approach is still controversial. There is only scarce information accessible related to the impact of surgery for pelvic organ prolapse and urinary incontinence on the sexual response in women. The limited data available on the postoperative effect on womens' sexuality of new surgical techniques such as laparoscopic hysterectomy, hysteroscopy or ablation, show improvement even in comparison with traditional surgical methods.
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- David Rabinerson
- Helen Schneider Hospital for Women, Rabin Medical Center, Petah Tikva, Israel.
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OBJECTIVE This survey investigated the relationships among anxiety, depression, coping strategies and demographic characteristics of post-hysterectomy Chinese women before discharge and further determined the best predictors of anxiety and depression among this group. METHODS The sample consisted of 105 women who were administered, 1-2 days prior to discharge, via one-to-one interview, the Zung Self-rating Anxiety Scale, the Zung Self-rating Depression Scale, the Brief COPE Scale and a demographic questionnaire. RESULTS Only 1.9% of the participants experienced anxiety, while 4.8% experienced depression after having a hysterectomy. Active coping, positive reframing, planning, emotional support and venting were the most frequently used coping strategies. Significant positive and negative correlations were found among anxiety, depression, coping strategies and the demographic characteristics of the subjects. The best predictors of anxiety were self-blame, venting and medical payment. The best predictors of depression were self-blame and employment status. CONCLUSION Self-blame was the predictor of both anxiety and depression. It implied that a patient's negative self-evaluation may influence both psychological status and mental health. The ways of medical payment and employment status were predictors of anxiety and depression respectively, both of which reflected the economic stress that affected the psychological status and quality of life of the Chinese women, post-hysterectomy, before discharge. The findings of this study indicate that care for Chinese women post-hysterectomy, before discharge, should address their physical, psychological, social and economic well-being.
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- X Q Wang
- HOPE School of Nursing, Wuhan University, Wuhan, China.
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OBJECTIVE The objective of this study was to assess the percentage of women scheduled for hysterectomy who would have liked to have had a child or more children and associated factors. METHODS The study sample included 1140 premenopausal women having hysterectomy for benign indications who were interviewed before and after their surgery over the course of a 2-year follow-up period. The main outcome measures for this study were desire for a (or another) child measured preoperatively; concurrent measures of psychological distress, including anxiety, depression, anger, and confusion, and seeking of professional help for emotional problems; and psychological distress measured 12 and 24 months postoperatively. RESULTS Of the sample, 10.5% (n=120) answered yes to the question, "Before you were told you needed a hysterectomy, would you have wanted a (or another) child?" As compared with those who did not, those who desired a (another) child were younger; more likely to be nulliparous; waited longer before having surgery; were more likely to have an indication of endometriosis; had higher levels of depression, anxiety, anger, and confusion; and were more than twice as likely to have seen a mental health professional for anxiety or depression in the 3 months before their surgery. These differences in psychological distress persisted over the course of the 2-year follow-up period. CONCLUSIONS The issue of loss of fertility should be discussed candidly with women considering hysterectomy, and those who express ambivalence, sadness, or regret at the loss of future childbearing options may benefit from further exploration of fertility-sparing treatments.
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- Phyllis C Leppert
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, NC, USA
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- Ahsan Y Khan
- Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Health, University of Kansas School of Medicine-Wichita, USA
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BACKGROUND The effects of hysterectomy on sexuality has been extensively studied. AIM To establish a model to predict the quality of sexual life in hysterectomized women, six months after surgery. MATERIAL AND METHODS Analytical, longitudinal and prospective study of 90 hysterectomized women aged 45+/-7 years. Two structured interviews at the time of surgery and six months later were carried out to determine the characteristics of sexuality and communication within the couple. RESULTS In the two interviews, communication and the quality of sexual life were described as "good" in 72 and 77% of women, respectively (NS). The variables that had a 40% influence on the quality of sexual life sixth months after surgery, were oophorectomy status, the presence of orgasm, the characteristics of communication and the basal sexuality with the couple. CONCLUSIONS The sexuality of the hysterectomized women will depend, on a great extent, of pre-surgical variables. Therefore, it is important to consider these variables for the education of hysterectomized women.
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- María Teresa Urrutia
- Escuela de Enfermería, Facultad de Medicina, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile.
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