Discussing hysterectomies

Did you know that hysterectomy is one of the most common elective procedures women undergo in Australia?

A hysterectomy is an operation that involves the removal of the uterus and therefore, stops menstruation or the ability to fall pregnant.

In our podcast episode, St John of God Subiaco Hospital Gynaecologic Oncologist Dr Stuart Salfinger discusses various aspects of hysterectomy, including the reasons for surgery, different procedures and physiological changes that occur post-operation.