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Hysterectomy – Purpose, Procedure, Risk & Recovery

Other Health Risks

Hysterectomy is a major procedure. Therefore, there might be many possible health risks after the surgery. These include infections, blood clots, blood loss, bowel blockage, damages to the surrounding tissues in nerves, vessels, urethra, or bladder, as well as other side effects of anesthesia. Keep in mind that these risks are quite common in most forms of surgery. However, this does not mean that a hysterectomy is not safe. Instead, advanced technologies have reduced the risks of these side effects and ensure overall safety for patients. If you are unsure, it is better to find an experienced doctor and consult carefully about these issues before starting. [15]