Torsion of the fallopian tube following tubal sterilization by electrocoagulation via a laparoscope.
Sterilization of the fallopian tube via a laparoscope is being performed with increasing frequency. A rare but serious late complication of this procedure is tubal torsion, which occurs especially after monopolar electrocoagulation where the mesosalpinx is extensively damaged. We present a case in which this complication occurred after bipolar electrocoagulation.
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Shokouh-Amiri
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Hoffmann
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D000328:Adult; D004564:Electrocoagulation / Q000009:adverse effects*; D005184:Fallopian Tube Diseases / Q000209:etiology*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D010535:Laparoscopy; D013246:Sterilization, Tubal / Q000009:adverse effects*; D014102:Torsion Abnormality