Johnson & Johnson Institute
Total vaginal hysterectomy with Steven McCarus, MD
Procedure overview
A variety of surgical approaches exist for the removal of the uterus, including vaginal, abdominal, or minimally invasive. The size and shape of the uterus, and the indication for removal determine the most optimal approach for the patient. A vaginal hysterectomy is an operation to remove the uterus and cervix via the vaginal route. This minimally invasive approach has the least number of known complications and is recommended by AGOG as the first route of choice to remove the uterus.
Indications & objectives
A vaginal hysterectomy may be done for different reasons, including, but not limited to:
- Uterine fibroids that cause bothersome pressure, bleeding, or other problems
- Abnormal uterine bleeding
- Uterine prolapse
- Endometriosis
- Chronic pelvic pain
References
For complete indications, contraindications, warnings, precautions, and adverse reactions, please reference full package insert.
Steven McCarus, MD prepared this procedure guide on behalf of Johnson & Johnson and its affiliates. The procedure guide reflects the opinions of the individual presenter, and the steps described may not encompass the complete steps of the procedure. Additionally, other surgeons may prefer different techniques, approaches, etc., as individual surgeon experience in his/her clinical practice, as well as patient needs, may dictate variation in procedure steps.
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This presentation is not accredited for CE/CME.
Steven McCarus, MD is compensated by and presenting on behalf of Johnson & Johnson and its affiliates and must present information in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements.
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