What is a hysterectomy, why is it needed and what to expect. HD

Dr Renée discusses the reasons that women might need a hysterectomy. She describes the different types or surgery and the different ways that the surgery can be carried out. She details the questions to ask your surgeon before you go into hospital and what to ask before you leave. She covers what to expect once home and then the complicated question of smear tests after a hysterectomy. The details about smear tests is hear. (A vault smear is one taken from the remaining vagina when the cervix has been removed); https://www.gponline.com/smear-test-required-hysterectomy/article/1155033 Here the pros and cons of a hysterectomy are discussed here: http://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Woman/Your-body/The-pros-and-cons-of-a-hysterectomy-20120721