What are the risks and complications?

A hysterectomy is usually a SAFE operation. 

However there still remains a small risk as with all operations.

Safety measures are taken and you are monitored throughout the operation to reduce potential risks.

Although rare, severe complications can occur.

Complications could include:

• Anaesthesia related problems
  
• Blood clots in the veins (DVT: deep-vein thromboses) can break off and travel to the lungs.
  
• Infection
  
• Bleeding
  
• Injury to internal organs (urinary tract, bladder or bowel) and the skin
  
• Loss of ovarian function.

When do you need to call your doctor or go to hospital ?

If you have any of the following problems you need to see your doctor or to hospital:

• Heavy vaginal bleeding
  
• Fever: temperature of 38º Celsius (101º Fahrenheit) or higher
  
• Any urine leaking or dripping or painful urination
  
• Severe vaginal, abdominal, leg or chest pain
  
• Wound discharge, opening, pain or swelling
  
• Persistent nausea and vomiting
  
• If you are no longer able to pass gas
  
• Shortness of breath