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By Mayo Clinic staffHysterectomy is an inpatient procedure — meaning you're admitted to the hospital to have it done. How long you'll be in the hospital depends on what type of hysterectomy you have and what your doctor recommends. Generally, abdominal hysterectomy requires a hospital stay of at least one to two days.
Plan for an extended recovery time once you get home. Full recovery could take several weeks. Your doctor may recommend restricting your activities during your recovery, such as avoiding driving or lifting heavy objects. Arrange for help at home if you think you'll need it.
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- Wieslander CK, et al. Therapeutic gynecologic procedures. In: DeCherney AH, et al. Current Diagnosis & Treatment Obstetrics & Gynecology. 10th ed. New York, N.Y.: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2007. http://www.accessmedicine.com/content.aspx?aid=2391387. Accessed Feb. 12, 2010.
- Hysterectomy. American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. http://www.acog.org/publications/patient_education/bp008.cfm. Accessed Feb. 12, 2010.
- Hysterectomy: Frequently asked questions. National Women's Health Information Center. http://www.womenshealth.gov/faq/hysterectomy.cfm. Accessed Feb. 12, 2010.
- About hysterectomy. American College of Surgeons. http://www.facs.org/public_info/operation/hysterectomy.pdf. Accessed Feb. 12, 2010.
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