Laparoscopic hysterectomy: a series of 100 cases.
OBJECTIVE
To introduce a new method of hysterectomy using the laparoscope and endoscopic stapling equipment.


METHODS
A prospective study of a series of patients.


METHODS
Specialist private practice at two private hospitals.


METHODS
Patients were accepted for laparoscopic hysterectomy except when clinical or ultrasound examination indicated that conventional vaginal or abdominal hysterectomy would be more appropriate or less hazardous.


RESULTS
The procedure took longer than conventional surgery but was followed by an accelerated recovery, both in terms of inpatient stay and a short convalescence.


CONCLUSIONS
Laparoscopic hysterectomy is an alternative to conventional hysterectomy with apparent advantages. Patient recovery is generally faster. With increasing experience, complications of the procedure are reduced to levels that are comparable with those of conventional surgical hysterectomy.
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Memorial Medical Centre, North Adelaide, SA.
D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007044:Hysterectomy / Q000379:methods*; D010535:Laparoscopy; D008875:Middle Aged; D011183:Postoperative Complications; D011446:Prospective Studies; D013997:Time Factors