Table 4 Reasons (percentages) for hysterectomy in India, NFHS-5(2019–21)
Reasons | Percentage (%) | Number (%) |
|---|---|---|
Excessive menstrual bleeding/pain | 51.8 | 12,233 |
Fibroids/cysts | 25.0 | 5891 |
Uterine disorder (rupture) | 11.1 | 2616 |
Cancer | 4.3 | 1005 |
Uterine prolapse | 7.1 | 1687 |
Severe post-partum haemorrhage | 3.2 | 765 |
Cervical discharge | 7.0 | 1647 |
Others | 7.6 | 1783 |