Socioeconomic differentials in the association between hysterectomy and hypertension among women in Maharashtra
Aamishi Mishra
BackgroundHysterectomy is a commonly performed gynecological surgery for conditions such as uterine fibroids, endometriosis, and abnormal uterine bleeding. However, the procedure provides therapeutic benefits, its increasing prevalence at older reproductive ages of women has raised concerns regarding long-term health outcomes, particularly hypertension and the associated risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD). This study explores the relationship between hysterectomy and hypertension, and acts as