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How much does a private hysterectomy cost?

View our self-pay treatment prices and discounts for Benenden Health members below.

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Procedure type
Initial consultation price
Treatment price*
Monthly cost**
Member discount
Total abdominal hysterectomy
£195
From £6,850
From £165.63
10%
Subtotal abdominal hysterectomy
£195
From £5,700
From £137.82
10%
Total abdominal hysterectomy
Initial consultation price
£195

Treatment price*
From £6,850

Monthly cost**
From £165.63

Member discount
10%

Subtotal abdominal hysterectomy
Initial consultation price
£195

Treatment price*
From £5,700

Monthly cost**
From £137.82

Member discount
10%

I have a question about having a hysterectomy

Mr Ahmed Khalil, Consultant Gynaecologist, discusses what to expect from a hysterectomy procedure at Benenden Hospital (7 videos)

Video transcript

What is a hysterectomy?

Hysterectomy is the removal of the womb. According to the reason for the surgery, sometimes the neck of the womb, the cervix, the tubes or the ovaries can also be removed at the same time.

Is a hysterectomy major surgery?

Hysterectomy is considered a major surgery with significant risks and a recovery period.

How is a hysterectomy performed?

Depending on the reason for the surgery, a hysterectomy can be performed through an opening in the lower tummy or through keyhole laparoscopy or vaginally through the vagina.

How long does a hysterectomy take?

Hysterectomy usually takes from 45 minutes to two hours, depending on the route of the surgery and the complexity of the surgery.

How long will I be in hospital after a hysterectomy?

After a hysterectomy, you are expected to stay in hospital for one night, sometimes two nights.

How long will it take to recover from a hysterectomy?

Recovery from a hysterectomy varies. It depends on the route of the surgery, the complexity of the surgery and your physical fitness. Full recovery is usually expected in four to six weeks.

You can drive when you can do an emergency brake, but you have to check with your insurance.

Exercise depends on your physical fitness before. We tend to phase in going to exercise.

We would recommend not to have intercourse for at least four to six weeks to allow proper healing of the vault of the vagina, especially if it's a complete hysterectomy.

What should I expect after a hysterectomy?

You should expect a recovery period after a hysterectomy, mainly for pain management. Avoid heavy lifting and reduced activity. If the ovaries are removed, also, there will be some hormonal changes and you might expect some HRT treatment.

What is a hysterectomy?

According to the NHS, there are around 300,000 hysterectomies carried out each year and it’s important to know that it’s a major procedure. After the operation you won’t be able to have children and you will no longer have periods.

 The exact procedure will depend on the type of surgery you have agreed to have following discussions with the specialist; this may be an abdominal hysterectomy, a vaginal hysterectomy, or a laparoscopic hysterectomy.

Why would I have a hysterectomy?

You would normally need to have a hysterectomy for one of the following reasons and when other treatments have been unsuccessful:

Heavy periods

Heavy periods can often be caused by fibroids. These are non-cancerous tumours that grow in or around the womb

Endometriosis

Endometriosis is a condition where cells that line the womb end up in other areas of the body and reproductive system, such as the ovaries, fallopian tubes, bladder and rectum

Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease is a bacterial infection of the female reproductive system. If detected early it can be treated with antibiotics. However, if it spreads, it can damage the womb and fallopian tubes, resulting in long-term pain

Adenomyosis

This is a common condition where the tissue that normally lines the inside of the womb starts to grow within its muscular wall

Prolapse of the uterus

When a uterus prolapses, the tissues and ligaments that support the womb have become weak, causing it to drop down from its normal position. Symptoms can include back pain, a feeling that something is coming down out of your vagina, leaking urine (urinary incontinence) and difficulty having sex. It can often occur as a result of childbirth

Ovarian cancer or cancer of the womb or cervix

There are various cancers of the female reproductive system including ovarian cancer, womb cancer or cervical cancer.

What are the different types of hysterectomy?

The type of hysterectomy and root of it will depend why you’re having this done and this will be discussed with your Consultant.

Subtotal hysterectomy

A subtotal hysterectomy involves removing main body of the womb and leaving the cervix in place. This type of procedure is not performed very often. If the cervix is left in place, there’s still a risk that cervical cancer can develop, so regular cervical screening will still be needed.

Some women will want to keep as much of their reproductive system as possible, including their cervix. If you feel this way, talk to your Consultant about any risks associated with keeping your cervix.

Total hysterectomy with bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy

A total hysterectomy with bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy is a hysterectomy that involves removing:

  • The fallopian tubes (salpingectomy)
  • The ovaries (oophorectomy)

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) recommends that ovaries should only be removed if there’s a significant risk of further problems, for example, if there’s a family history of ovarian cancer.

Your Consultant can discuss the pros and cons of removing your ovaries with you.

Laparoscopic hysterectomy

Laparoscopic hysterectomy surgery is also known as keyhole surgery. It’s the preferred way to remove organs and surrounding tissues of the reproductive system.

During the procedure, a small tube containing a telescope (laparoscope) and a tiny video camera will be inserted through a small cut (incision) in your tummy. This will allow your surgeon to see your internal organs. Instruments are then inserted through other small incisions in your abdomen or vagina to remove your womb, cervix and any other parts of your reproductive system.

Laparoscopic hysterectomies are usually carried out under general anaesthetic.

Vaginal hysterectomy

During a vaginal hysterectomy, the womb and cervix are removed through an incision that’s made at the top of the vagina. Special surgical instruments are inserted into the vagina to detach the womb from the ligaments that hold it in place. After the womb and cervix have been removed, the incision will be sewn and the operation will normally take about an hour to completed.

A vaginal hysterectomy can be carried out using either:

  • General anaesthetic: where you’ll be unconscious during the procedure
  • Local anaesthetic: where you’ll be awake, but you may feel some pain, each person is different

A vaginal hysterectomy is usually preferred over an abdominal hysterectomy as it’s less invasive and involves a shorter stay in hospital. The recovery time also tends to be quicker.

Abdominal hysterectomy

During an abdominal hysterectomy, an incision will be made in your tummy (abdomen). It will either be made horizontally along your bikini line or vertically from your belly button to your bikini line.

A vertical incision will usually be used if there are large fibroids (non-cancerous growths) in your womb or for some types of cancer. After your womb has been removed, the incision will be stitched up. The operation will normally take about an hour to perform and a general anaesthetic will be used.

An abdominal hysterectomy may be recommended if your womb is enlarged by fibroids or pelvic tumours and it’s not possible to remove them through your vagina. It may also be recommended that your ovaries need to be removed.

What happens during a hysterectomy?

Depending on the reason for your treatment, one of several different types of hysterectomy may be recommended.

What should I expect after a hysterectomy?

After a hysterectomy we’ll help manage any pain or discomfort with painkillers. Depending on the exact nature of your operation, you may need to stay in hospital for up to 48 hours after the operation.

Hysterectomy recovery time will vary, but in all cases you’ll need to rest for a couple of weeks, avoid any heavy lifting and try not to become constipated throughout your recovery. You may not be able to drive for 4-6 weeks. If your ovaries are removed during the operation you may need to start hormone replacement therapy (HRT).

Overall, recovery time is usually shorter if you’ve had a vaginal or laparoscopic hysterectomy. Two to three months is the expected time to fully recover from this surgery, following which you should be able to resume your normal, active and unrestricted lifestyle.

Benenden Hospital female health hub

Supporting your health, every step of the way

As you move through the different stages of your life – from coping with periods to pregnancy to menopause and beyond - your needs might change.

Taking care of your body and mind at work or in your personal life is important and our female health hub is here to provide you further information and signposting to help.

Clare's hysterectomy at Benenden Hospital

“I definitely feel like a new woman.” Says Clare Payne since having her ovaries, womb and cervix surgically removed after years of struggling with heavy, painful periods, fibroids, endometriosis and PMDD.

Our Consultant Gynaecologists

Mr Connell

Rowan James Connell

Consultant Gynaecologist

Mr Connell's specialties include prolapse, incontinence, vaginal reconstruction surgery and MonaLisa Touch.

Mr Gupta

Abhishek Gupta

Consultant Gynaecologist

Mr Gupta's specialties include urinary incontinence, uterine and vaginal prolapse and heavy or painful periods.

Ahmed Khalil

Consultant Gynaecologist

Mr Khalil's specialties include diagnostic laparoscopy, myomectomy and hysterectomy.

Miss Anahit Zakaryan

Anahit Zakaryan

Consultant Gynaecologist

Miss Zakaryan specialises in general gynaecology, including bleeding problems, vulval problems, contraception, HRT, fibroids and vaginal prolapse.

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