Have uterine polyps diagnosed with hysteroscopy.going to surgery to remove polyps outpatient. why not just have a hysterectomy?

Endometrial polyps: Are generally quite small and (relatively) easy to get to via the vagina/cervix. Hysterectomy is a significant surgery with associated risks. The risks to you are greater than the benefits. Another example would be to remove a part of your colon just to take out a colon polyp - we do not do that. Instead, during colonoscopy, we remove just the polyp. Much easier and safer for you.

Good question: You should discuss that with your doctor. Endometrial polyps should be removed, but a hysterectomy is also an appropriate treatment option for a woman with endometrial polyps.