what causes vaginal bleeding after a total hysterectomy
A hysterectomy is the surgical removal of the uterus, with or without the fallopian tubes and ovaries. Post-operative vaginal bleeding after a hysterectomy can be a potentially serious complication which may require a blood transfusion and further surgery. Improperly ligated (tied) blood vessel or a slipped ligature is reported as the most common cause of immediate bleeding after a hysterectomy operation. 2  The cut edge of the vaginal mucosa should be sutured carefully during the operation to prevent this type of bleeding.