Finhyst 2006: Study on Morbidity of Hysterectomies in Finland

Overview

The purpose of this study is to analyze prospectively all hysterectomies performed in Finland for benign indications including all 46 public hospitals performing hysterectomies and also 7 private clinics. Hypothesis is that vaginal and laparoscopic hysterectomies are safe and cost-effective methods of hysterectomy.

This Finhyst 2006 study evaluates nationwidely methods, indications, concomitant procedures, complications, hospital stay and convalescence time of all types of hysterectomies with questionnaires filled by doctors and patients. In addition, in the area of Helsinki University Central Hospital also the effect of quality of life and cost-effectiveness is studied.

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