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Hysterectomy: A Minimally Invasive Solution for Complex Cases

A hysterectomy—removal of the uterus and commonly the tubes—is sometimes the best treatment for women suffering from chronic pain, heavy bleeding, or other gynecologic conditions. Removal of the ovaries is a separate decision based on the individual patient's personal and family risks.  While this surgery is a major decision, modern minimally invasive techniques (MIS) allow for faster recovery, smaller scars, and fewer complications compared to traditional open surgery.

Common Reasons Women Choose Hysterectomy

  • Heavy, irregular, or painful periods that don’t improve with medication
  • Large or symptomatic fibroids causing pain, pressure, or bladder/bowel issues
  • Endometriosis or adenomyosis when other treatments fail
  • Pelvic organ prolapse (when the uterus drops into the vaginal canal)
  • Cancer or precancerous conditions of the uterus, cervix, or ovaries

Why Choose Minimally Invasive Surgery

(MIS)?

MIS hysterectomy (laparoscopic or robotic) offers major benefits, including fewer complications:
✔ Smaller incisions (just a few tiny cuts vs. a large abdominal scar)
✔ Less blood loss and lower risk of transfusion and infection
✔ Faster recovery (many women go home the same day and resume most normal activities in 2-3 weeks)
✔ Reduced pain and narcotic use compared to open surgery

Dr. Coussons, with extra board certification in Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery (MIGS), specializes in complex hysterectomies that many surgeons cannot perform laparoscopically. 



Of all of the gynecologists in Wisconsin, he has been focused on the advantages of robotic surgery as a way to expand minimally invasive options for women.  He did his first robotic case in 2005 and has proctored and train 100's of surgeons.  He is a published author and international expert on the highest quality, most cost effective way to perform minimally invasive surgery.  His expertise ensures the safest, most effective approach—even in challenging cases.

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Endometriosis effects over 15% of the women population. If we then consider women who have symptoms of pelvic pain, endometriosis is present in over 70% of these women. Endometriosis is one of the leading causes of pelvic pain and it could also be the cause of infertility due to the fact it creates inflammation in the pelvis making it difficult for the egg to survive.

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Considering Hysterectomy? Get an Expert Opinion First.

If you’ve been told you need a hysterectomy—or if other treatments haven’t worked—schedule a consultation with Dr. Coussons to review your history, imaging and symptoms.  With his advanced training, he can help determine whether hysterectomy and a minimally invasive approach is right for you.

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