Table of Contents

A. Hysterectomy -A Historical Perspective

B. C*I*S*H*

1. Concept
2. Requirements
   1. Surgical Team
   2. Operating Room Setup
   3. Apparatus
   4. Instrumentation
3. Patient Selection and Preparation
4. Surgical Technique
   1. Safety Steps - Trocar Insertion
   2. Abdominal Portion of C*I*S*H*
   3. Vaginal Portion of C*I*S*H*
   4. Removal of Surgical Specimen
5. Postoperative Care and Follow-up
6. Complications - Results

C. Patient Information

• Do I need a hysterectomy?
• Am I a candidate for a C*I*S*H*?
• Preparation for surgery
• The operation and time in the hospital
• Recovery and healing
• How do I feel after a C*I*S*H*?

D. Bibliography

E. About the Author

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