A new technique for performing a laparoscopic hysterectomy using microlaparoscopy: microlaparoscopic assisted vaginal hysterectomy (mLAVH).
In an effort to further decrease patient postoperative scarring and discomfort, a new technique of microlaparoscopic assisted vaginal hysterectomy is employed. Using a 2-mm lateral port, a single infraumbilical port for the power source, and a 3-mm or 5-mm suprapubic port for aid in manipulation, seven consecutive patients underwent hysterectomy without complication and had rapid return to their daily activities.
Paulson
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Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, St Louis University School of Medicine, Missouri, USA. endodoc11@aol.com
Oliver
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D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D002921:Cicatrix / Q000517:prevention & control; D005260:Female; D005336:Fiber Optic Technology; D005831:Genital Diseases, Female / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D007045:Hysterectomy, Vaginal / Q000379:methods*; D010535:Laparoscopy / Q000379:methods*; D008866:Microsurgery; D008875:Middle Aged; D014945:Wound Healing