Table of Contents from
The Essential Guide to Hysterectomy

Part I: Hysterectomy Past and Present

The History and Politics of Hysterectomy
Anatomy 101
Who Gets a Hysterectomy? Who Absolutely Needs One?

Part II: Uterine Disorders and Alternatives to Hysterectomy

Fibroids-What, Where, and How
Nonsurgical Treatment of Fibroid
Removing Fibroids
Uterine Prolapse
Pain and Abnormal Bleeding
Precancerous Conditions and Cancer

Part III: Surgery and Recovery

Abdominal Hysterectomy
Vaginal Hysterectomy and Treatment of Urinary Incontinence
Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
Choosing a Surgeon
Anesthetic Issues
Preparing for Surgery
The Day of Surgery
Recovering from Surgery
Complications and How to Reduce Your Risk

Part IV: Decisions Regarding Surgery

The Cervix Decision
The Ovary Decision
Women at Genetic Risk for Ovarian Cancer
Time for That Tummy Tuck? Plastic and Associated Procedures

Part V: Life After Hysterectomy

Exercise and Other Activities
A Word (or Two) About Hormones
Sex After Hysterectomy
Pregnancy After Hysterectomy
What I have Learned From Patients (and Their Husbands)