Is the recovery time the same for laparoscopically-performed hysterectomies?
Although it is not appropriate for all cases, women who are candidates for minimally-invasive GYN procedures, such as laparoscopically-assisted vaginal hysterectomy, find that they are able to return home within a day or two, and may be back to normal activities within two to three weeks, although there is a range to recovery. A typical hysterectomy with an open incision often results in a longer hospital stay and recovery period. For more information about laparoscopic surgery or a referral to a Suburban-affiliated specialist, please call Suburban On-Call at (301) 896-3939.
