A
partial hysterectomy involves removing the upper part of the uterus. During
this procedure, the cervix is left intact.
Also Known As:
- Partial removal of uterus
- Supracervical hysterectomy
- Abdominal partial hysterectomy
Conditions
Treated with a Partial Hysterectomy:
A
partial hysterectomy may be performed in cases of chronic pelvic pain,
uncontrollable vaginal bleeding, endometriosis, uterine fibroids, uterine
prolapse and uterine cancer.
Non-surgical
alternatives to a partial hysterectomy include drug therapy, myomectomy,
uterine artery cauterization, vaginal pessary and endometrial ablation.
Surgical alternatives to the procedure include vaginal hysterectomy,
laparoscopically assisted vaginal hysterectomy, radical hysterectomy and total
hysterectomy.
Anesthesia with
a Partial Hysterectomy:
A
partial hysterectomy is performed under general anesthesia, which means that
the patient is asleep and completely unaware during the procedure.
Potential
Complications from a Partial Hysterectomy:
Possible
risks following a partial hysterectomy include infection, bleeding, incisional
hernia and a negative reaction to the anesthesia.
Prognosis after
a Partial Hysterectomy:
The
prognosis for a positive end result following a partial hysterectomy is good.
Recovery from a
Partial Hysterectomy:
Total
recovery from a partial hysterectomy takes four to eight weeks.