After listening to this podcast, learners will be able to:

• List the reasons for which hysterectomies are done
• Outline the types of hysterectomies
• Outlines the route of hysterectomy and factors to consider when choosing route of hysterectomy
• Outline the advantages and disadvantages of the various surgical approaches
• List the pre-operative steps taken before a hysterectomy
• List the potential complications of hysterectomies