When there is a condition affecting the uterus and the symptoms are causing
a decrease in your quality of life, it may time to consider a hysterectomy.
At Women’s Health at Valley View, our team of skilled OB/GYNs may
recommend a hysterectomy when other treatments may have not been effective
or if you are looking for a permanent form of birth control. Through varying
surgical techniques, a hysterectomy is a procedure that removes part or
all of the uterus, which can eliminate subsequent conditions, such as
fibroids, pelvic organ prolapse, or endometriosis. To learn more, we invite
you to schedule a private consultation at one of our locations in Glenwood
Springs, Basalt, or Silt, CO to learn more about a hysterectomy.
Treatment Options
At Women’s Health at Valley View, our team of board-certified OB/GYNs
performs hysterectomies utilizing various surgical methods.
Traditional/Open Hysterectomy: As the most common technique utilized for a hysterectomy, a traditional
or open surgical procedure includes the use of a single large incision
made across the abdomen. Through this incision, the uterus is removed
and the area is stitched closed.
Laparoscopic Hysterectomy: Using a laparoscope, a tube-like device with a camera attached to it, a
laparoscopic hysterectomy typically only involves three small incisions
to the abdomen. Through these small incisions, the uterus is removed.
With a laparoscopic hysterectomy, the recovery process is usually much quicker.
What to Expect
Following a hysterectomy, you will not be able to get pregnant and will
no longer experience a menstrual period. Depending on your existing conditions,
the fallopian tubes or ovaries may also be removed during a hysterectomy.
Despite your age, when the ovaries are removed, your body will enter menopause.
Whatever the reason for your hysterectomy, our team of specialists will
educate you on your procedure options and provide you with information
on what you can expect before, during, and after a partial or full hysterectomy.
We also understand that a surgical treatment option may not be right for
every patient, which is why we typically recommend less invasive forms
of treatment prior to a surgical procedure.
Improve Your Health
When other treatment options have failed or if you are looking for a permanent
form of birth control, a hysterectomy may be a good procedure option for
you. Our team of board-certified OG/GYNs can help you understand your
various treatment options, as well as the process involved with a hysterectomy.
Contact one of our Colorado locations to learn more and to schedule your
initial consultation.
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