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Submitted To: Izrafahd U. Bansuan RN, MN
Submitted To: Izrafahd U. Bansuan RN, MN
Bansuan RN, MN
BSN3-13B Group 6
TAHBSO
(Total Abdominal Hysterectomy –
Bilateral Salpingo Oophorectomy)
A total abdominal hysterectomy involves the removal of uterus and the cervix.
When medically necessary, the surgeon also might remove the woman's ovaries and
fallopian tubes. This procedure is known as a bilateral salpingo oophorectomy.
Physicians won't usually remove these organs, however, without a very good medical
reason. When a woman who is still menstruating has her ovaries removed, early
menopause begins. The woman may experience the symptoms of menopause, such as
hot flashes and mood swings. A radical hysterectomy involves the removal of the upper
vagina and the pelvic lymph glands. These are major operations that require a long
recovery time. The abdominal muscles need approximately six to eight weeks to
recover from the surgical incision. The total abdominal hysterectomy does have a few
advantages. Also known as open hysterectomies, these procedures involve a long
surgical incision. But this provides the surgeon with more operating space and the
ability to take a closer look at the abdominal region. The surgeon may be able to see
pelvic tumors, for instance, that need to be removed.
Reference: http://www.christianet.com/menopause/totalabdominalhysterectomy.htm