Hysteroscopic Procedures
Advanced hysteroscopy
Overview
A hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the uterus. Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy (TLH) is a highly advanced method that allows the entire procedure to be completed through tiny keyhole incisions, bypassing the need for a large abdominal cut.
What to Expect
Using specialized laparoscopic instruments, the uterus is detached from its supporting ligaments and blood supply. It is then safely removed, usually through the vagina. The vaginal vault is closed with dissolvable sutures.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will I go into menopause immediately?
Only if your ovaries are also removed (oophorectomy). If your ovaries are preserved, you will not experience surgical menopause.
Is sexual function affected?
Most women report no change or an improvement in sexual function, especially if the surgery resolved chronic pain or bleeding.
Key Benefits
- Dramatically less pain than open hysterectomy
- No large abdominal scar
- Shorter hospital stay (often just 1-2 days)
- Faster return to normal life
Estimated Recovery Time
3 to 4 weeks