LSH is an alternative to a total hysterectomy that preserves the majority of a woman's reproductive organs, including her cervix and often her ovaries. By preserving the cervix, a woman's mucuous-secreting glands are saved, which avoids vaginal dryness, one of the most common complaints after other hysterectomies. By sparing the ovaries, a woman avoids having to undergo hormone replacement therapy in most cases.
LSH also affords better pelvic support because the ligaments that support the cervix and vagina are left intact. With the help of a laproscope - a small device with a camera and light attached at the end - Dr. Gorman performs a partial hysterectomy through a small abdominal incision. LSH leads to less internal scaring, smaller external scars, less pain and quicker recovery times, allowing you to return to your normal, vibrant life much sooner.
Dr. Gorman is the only surgeon in Central Oregon currently offering this highly advanced procedure. Call The Women's Center and schedule an appointment to find out if LSH is right for you.