An Investigation on the Perspectives of Women: Post Hysterectomy Challenges

Abstract

Introduction Hysterectomy is the most common gynecological procedure performed worldwide with three surgical approaches; vaginal, abdominal, and laparoscopic. Many women felt changes in their bodies, self-esteem, and urinary urgency. The main objectives of this study were to review the post-hysterectomy changes of women so that awareness can be created before undergoing Hysterectomy. Material and method: A comprehensive search of academic databases like PubMed, Google Scholar, Scopus, and ResearchGate for information on how well women understand hysterectomy and its potential side effects. More than 40 papers published in the last decade were considered. Changes in mental health, bone health, fertility, bladder function, and other areas are identified as five overarching themes that emerge from women's accounts of life after hysterectomy.Conclusion: Based on the findings of this study, hysterectomy is more common among women living in rural areas who have low levels of education and awareness. Results from studies focusing on women's perspectives are conflicting. Some research has found that patients' body-image, self-esteem, sexual desire, and general pleasure significantly improve. Patients report a wide range of unfavorable consequences, including changes in their sense of body image, difficulties with dynamic adjustment, lower bone mineral density, urine incontinence, UTIs, cystoceles, ovarian cysts, and elevated blood sugar levels, according to other research.