title: Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation Simplified with a New Endoscopic Suturing Device
abstract: This study evaluated the effectiveness of the EndoStitch during sacrospinous ligament fixation in 28 women, in combination with correction of other pelvic floor disorders. Application and retrieval of Surgidac (a coated and braided polyester suture) were performed in under 5 minutes without any complications. The patients were followed in terms of vaginal vault support, vaginal length, vaginal axis deviation, sexual discomfort when applicable, and bladder or rectal dysfunction. There was one failure. The technique was easy, safe, and easy to teach.
authors.affiliation: Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences, St. Joseph Hospital, 1315 Calhoun, Suite 1300, Houston, TX 77002.
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Papasakelariou