5% of Indian women underwent hysterectomy, analysis of NFHS 4 data reveals

About 5% of Indian women aged 25-49 have undergone hysterectomy, with heavy menstrual bleeding being the most common reason. Women in agriculture are 32% more likely to have this surgery. Higher rates are seen in states like Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Bihar. Two-thirds of surgeries occur in private facilities, suggesting profit motives may contribute to the trend.