Finhyst 2006: Study on Morbidity of Hysterectomies in Finland

Finhyst 2006: Incidence, Methods, Complications and Effect on Quality of Life of Hysterectomies in Finland in 2006

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.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Bening indications for hysterectomy

Exclusion Criteria:

• Malignant indications for hysterectomy
• Postpartum hysterectomy