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.
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, St Louis University School of Medicine, Missouri, USA. endodoc11@aol.com
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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