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Does simple hysterectomy alter bowel function?

A R Goffeng1, B Andersch, S Antov

  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Sahlgrens University Hospital, Göteborg, Sweden.

Annales Chirurgiae Et Gynaecologiae
|January 1, 1997
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Hysterectomy does not negatively impact bowel function, with no significant changes in anal sphincter pressure or transit time observed. Many patients experienced relief from preoperative abdominal pain and dyspareunia post-surgery.

Area of Science:

  • Gynecology
  • Gastroenterology
  • Surgical Outcomes

Background:

  • Hysterectomy is often associated with defecation disturbances, particularly constipation.
  • Longitudinal data on bowel function post-hysterectomy are limited.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To longitudinally assess bowel function in women undergoing hysterectomy.
  • To investigate the impact of hysterectomy on constipation and related symptoms.

Main Methods:

  • Rectoanal manovolumetry and whole gut transit time were measured preoperatively and postoperatively (3 and 11-18 months).
  • Detailed interviews assessed bowel function and dyspareunia in 42 women.
  • A control group of 20 healthy women was included for manovolumetry comparison.

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Main Results:

  • No significant changes in anal sphincter pressures or transit time were found after hysterectomy.
  • Postoperative improvement in abdominal pain and dyspareunia was significant (P < 0.01).
  • Improvements in abdominal distension and constipation were transient.

Conclusions:

  • Simple abdominal hysterectomy does not adversely affect bowel function.
  • Hysterectomy can lead to significant relief from preoperative abdominal pain and dyspareunia.