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Codes and Frequencies
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Description
HYSTOPCYST indicates whether the respondent had a hysterectomy due to fibroids/cysts. Fibroids are (nearly always non-cancerous) uterine tumors. Women with fibroids may experience no or mild symptoms, or may experience serious symptoms such as heavy bleeding and pain.
Comparability
HYSTOPCYST has no comparability problems.
Comparability - Standard DHS
HYSTOPCYST is a country-specific variable not included in the standard DHS questionnaire.
Universe
- India 2015: Women age 15-49 who have had a hysterectomy.
- India 2019: Women age 15-49 who have had a hysterectomy.
India:
2015-W, 2015-C, 2015-B, 2015-W, 2019-W, 2019-C, 2019-B
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