Is the Uterus a Sexual Organ? Sexual Function Following Hysterectomy

Women can be positively reassured that hysterectomy does not negatively affect sexuality. Health professions should be aware that a minority of women may develop adverse effects after the operation. Preoperative education about the potential negative sexual outcomes after surgery may enhance satisfaction with hysterectomy, independent of whether negative sexual outcomes are experienced. Thakar R. Is the uterus a sexual organ? Sexual function following hysterectomy.