Qualitative assessment identifies key patient inquiries before surgical hysterectomy, suggesting improved provider communication.
When patients are presenting for evaluation to assess the need for surgical hysterectomy, the questions to be asked by patients and answered by their providers could, would and should include discussions about potential premature onset of menopause, potential non-surgical alternatives to surgical hysterectomy, potential vaginal delivery of uterine specimens, and potential utility of tissue containment systems with power morcellators when used.
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