Pai Hospital
Vaddem, Vasco-da-Gama, Goa · Dr. Mayur Pai, MBBS, MS (OBG)

What "no scar" actually means

"No scar" means the uterus is removed through the vagina, with no cut made on the abdomen at all. We do not publish patient photographs of this or any other procedure, for the same reason described on our gallery page — it risks identifying a patient even unintentionally — but the description below explains plainly what the route involves and what to expect.

Why there is no visible scar

In a vaginal hysterectomy, the uterus is removed through the vagina itself, the same natural passage a period comes through. Because no incision is made on the abdomen, there is nothing to see externally afterwards — no scar to photograph in the way an abdominal or even a laparoscopic operation would leave small marks. Read the full explanation of the scarless (vaginal) route.

Who this route suits

A vaginal approach is not right for every situation — it depends on the size of the uterus, the reason surgery is needed, and your own anatomy. The hysterectomy overview explains all three routes (vaginal, laparoscopic and abdominal) and when each is used, decided after an examination and your own scan rather than from a general rule.

Recovery

Recovery from a vaginal hysterectomy is usually a short hospital stay of a day or two, with a return to normal activity within two to four weeks for most patients — details are on the scarless hysterectomy page.

Questions before deciding

Call or WhatsApp us, or bring your questions to a consultation. We are glad to talk through whether the vaginal route is realistic for you specifically.

Is a vaginal hysterectomy really scar-free?

Yes — no cut is made on the abdomen, so there is no external scar from the operation itself.

Why are there no photographs of this on the site?

To avoid any risk of identifying a patient. We describe procedures in detail instead of publishing images.

Is the vaginal route suitable for everyone?

No. It depends on the size of the uterus and the reason for surgery, decided after an examination and your own scan.

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This page is for general education and is not personal medical advice. Treatment depends on your own examination and reports, so please speak to a doctor about your situation. We do not carry out or offer sex determination of any kind.