A hysterectomy is a surgery to remove the uterus and is often done to treat conditions like fibroids, heavy bleeding, or cancer. Depending on the type, it may also involve removing the cervix or ...

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - The overall rate of hysterectomies has declined substantially in the United States since 1965, although the rate of decline has recently slowed down and increased among ...

Previous meta-analyses examining the association between hysterectomy and/or bilateral oophorectomy and stroke risk have had mixed results. This meta-analysis showed that hysterectomy and/or bilateral ...

A “bigger stomach” and bloating are commonly reported side effects of a hysterectomy, with many possible causes, including post-surgical inflammation, gas, and hormonal changes related to uterus ...