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Hysterectomy (preoperative management (The physical preparation of a…
Hysterectomy
preoperative management
The physical preparation of a patient undergoing a hysterectomy differs little from that of a patient undergoing a laparotomy.
The physical preparation of a patient undergoing a hysterectomy differs little from that of a patient undergoing a laparotomy.
The intestinal tract and the bladder need to be empty before the patient is taken to the operating room to prevent contamination and injury to the bladder or intestinal tract.
An enema and antiseptic douche may be prescribed the evening before surgery, and the patient may be instructed to administer these treatments at home.
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She is informed that her periods are now over but that she may have a slightly bloody discharge for a few days; if bleeding recurs after this time, it should be reported immediately
She must be instructed to check the surgical incision daily and to contact her primary health care provider if redness or purulent drainage or discharge appears.
. The patient is instructed about the importance of an adequate oral intake and of maintaining bowel and urinary tract function.
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A total hysterectomy involves removing the uterus and the cervix. This procedure is performed for many conditions other than cancer, including dysfunctional uterine bleeding, endometriosis, nonmalignant growths, pelvic relaxation and prolapse, and previous injury to the uterus.