1170 consecutive hysterectomies: indications and pathology.

Objective: An analysis of consecutive hysterectomies during 1997-99 exploring the relationship between histological findings, operation performed and clinical indication was conducted to observe any trends.

Methods: A retrospective review of histology reports for hysterectomies performed in a large district teaching hospital.

Results: The rate of hysterectomy for women aged over 25 years was 23 per 10,000 women.

Effects of decision aids for menorrhagia on treatment choices, health outcomes, and costs: a randomized controlled trial.

Context: Decision aids can increase patient involvement in treatment decision making. However, questions remain regarding their effects and cost implications.

Objective: To evaluate the effects of information, with and without a structured preference elicitation interview, on treatment choices, health outcomes, and costs.