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Prevalence of hysterectomy in Ireland
1Department of Gynecology, Mater Misericordiae Hospital, Dublin, Ireland.
Abstract
Objectives:
To assess factors influencing the prevalence of hysterectomy in Ireland.
Methods:
Analysis of results of a questionnaire completed by a population-based cohort of 17735 women aged 50-65 years attending for breast screening.
Results:
Prevalence of hysterectomy was 22.2%, was increased in proportion to parity and was higher in younger women, those who had previously used oral contraception and those who had private health insurance; peak age at operation was 45-49 years.
Conclusion:
The relatively high prevalence parity reflects contraceptive practices and utilization of health service resources.