Safety and caregiver satisfaction associated with laparoscopic hysterectomy among young patients with intellectual disability.

Objective: To evaluate the safety of laparoscopic hysterectomy for young patients with intellectual disability and the postoperative satisfaction levels of their caregivers.

Methods: A retrospective analysis was conducted of all patients with intellectual disability who underwent laparoscopic hysterectomy at a center in Thailand between January 5, 2004, and August 31, 2010. Information was retrieved about preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative characteristics.