Important This article is a brief and not go into details about the well documented adverse effects of a hysterectomy. A hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the very important parts of women and should not be taken lightly. br laparoscopic supracervical hysterectomy (LSH) may be the surgical solution for many women with small and mediumsized fibroids, adenomyosis, abnormal bleeding or endometriosis. br Women who have tried less invasive therapies such as endometrial ablation and hormone therapy without success are good candidates for laparoscopic supracervical hysterectomy. Why would a woman want to consider LSH The procedure can significantly reduce the symptoms that may occur after the most radical forms of hysterectomy. br This fairly new approach to hysterectomy is performed through small incisions in the abdomen. A laparoscope (a slender optical tube which allows the doctor to look inside the pelvic cavity) is inserted through the first incision. Instruments for cutting the uterus away from its blood supply is introduced through subsequent incisions. Once the uterus is detached from inside the body, cut into small strips. The small strips are then pulled through the previous incision. An LSH leaves the ovaries and cervix. br To leave a woman's ovaries are not subject to the immediate appearance of surgical menopause. In most cases, after a laparoscopic supracervical hysterectomy menopause occurs naturally and at the same time as they have had a hysterectomy had not taken place. Sometimes, due to reduced flow to the ovaries, may have some symptoms of menopause associated with a hysterectomy where the ovaries are removed. The cervix acts as an important supportive tissue for many pelvic ligaments. Removing it may destabilize the entire area. Moreover, leaving the cervix can diminish vaginal dryness and decreased sexual desire, sometimes side effects of a total hysterectomy. A total hysterectomy is an operation in which the uterus and cervix are removed. br br
