The place of vaginal hysterectomy in present-day gynecology

Danforth, W.C.

doi:10.1016/s0002-9378(38)90573-3

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“…He believed they would be ideal candidates for the vaginal approach and removed them in 5 minutes with Pryor clamps. 5,8,9 Danforth, who was admittedly prejudiced against the vaginal route, wrote ''that vaginal hysterectomy is a procedure of great value and is worthy of more extended use than it receives.'' [5][6][7] While many leading US surgeons performed vaginal hysterectomies, it was not until the 1930s that the widespread use of this procedure began.…”

Section: Historical Background For Hysterectomymentioning

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Route of Hysterectomy

Kovac

2014

Clinical Obstetrics &Amp; Gynecology

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The number of hysterectomies performed has long been a concern; now the appropriateness of the surgical method is under more careful scrutiny. What is the clinically appropriate route and method for hysterectomy in a given patient? To ensure that each patient receives the best possible care at reasonable costs, physicians must closely examine recent data comparing surgical approaches to hysterectomy. So, what is the most evidence-based approach for hysterectomy?

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Section: Historical Background For Hysterectomymentioning

confidence: 99%