About Women's Health: Surgical Procedures - Laparoscopy - Hyster

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Women's Health Women's Health Topics A-Z Sexual Health Healthy Living From Tracee Cornforth, your Guide to Women's Health Welcome to this week's Women's Health newsletter. This week we're talking about common surgical procedures that women experience. Have a healthy week! Tracee Laparoscopy Laparoscopy is a minimally invasive surgical technique used in procedures such as tubal ligation, gallbladder removal or hiatal hernia repair. It is normally performed in the outpatient surgery unit of a hospital. In most cases, patients can return home a few hours after a laproscopic procedure. See More About:  diagnostic tools  pelvic pain diagnosis  surgery What To Know Before You Have A Hysterectomy Are you facing a hysterectomy? Learn the facts about hysterectomy and alternatives before you decide whether hysterectomy is the right choice for you. It is critical to understand when hysterectomy is elective surgery and when it is necessary to save your life. Although hysterectomy may provide relief from your condition, it's important to explore all alternatives before you choose hysterectomy. See More About:  gynecologist appointment  hormone replacement therapy  menopause Tubal Ligation Vs Vasectomy Many times when couples decide they don't want more children, or that children are not a part of their future, they decide that one of them will undergo permanent surgical sterilization. Permanent sterilization is the most effective method of contraception. Although tubal ligation and vasectomy can sometimes be reversed, both procedures should be considered a permanent end to your ability to have children. See More About:  tubal ligation  vasectomy  contraceptives Is Weight Loss Surgery Right For You? Thousands of women and men are undergoing weight loss surgery annually in the U.S., and throughout the world. You can't help but notice the growing popularity of weight loss surgery. We see it everywhere. We've watched television and entertainment personalities from singer Carnie Wilson to recording star and American Idol judge Randy Jackson lose weight after gastric bypass surgery. See More About:  lap band  gastric bypass  nutrition Women's Health Ads Home Health Care Womens Health Women OBGYN Womens Issues Woman 'S Health Featured Articles Sexual Health Issues Women's Reproductive Health Fitness, Weight Loss, Exercise, and Women Pregnancy Teen Health Issues for Girls Women's Mental Health   More from About.com Discover the Disney Dream Disney's newest cruise ship has something for every family member, from the Aqua Duck watercoaster to adults-only lounges. More> Cruise the Celebrity Eclipse The Eclipse features luxurious interiors, a spa, and the "iLounge" where guests can check email and create their own photo books. More> This newsletter is written by: Tracee Cornforth Women's Health Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Women's Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Must Reads Going to the Gynecologist Menstruation Basics Pregnancy Signs and Symptoms Birth Control Myths Top Causes of Heavy Menstruation Advertisement