Effect of Psychological Intervention on Pelvic Floor Function and Psychological Outcomes After Hysterectomy.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Hysterectomy is one of the most frequently performed operations worldwide. However, postoperative complications and body image changes may induce psychological distress after hysterectomy. The study aimed to evaluate the effect of psychological intervention on pelvic floor function and psychological outcomes following hysterectomy among patients with benign indications.

Methods

Ninety-nine patients underwent hysterectomy were randomly divided into intervention group (n = 50) and control group (n = 49). Patients in the control group received routine postoperative nursing care, while extra psychological intervention was provided to patients in the intervention group, including psychological support, regular lectures and family support. After 6 months,

SUBMITTER: Xie M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9081531 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature