Laparoscopic removal of mesh used in pelvic floor surgery.
Various meshes are being used widely in clinical practice for pelvic reconstructive surgery despite the lack of evidence of their long-term safety and efficacy. Management of complications such as mesh erosion and dyspareunia can be challenging. Most mesh-related complications can probably be managed successfully via the transvaginal route; however, this may be impossible if surgical access is poor. This case report demonstrates the successful laparoscopic removal of mesh after several failed attempts via the vaginal route.
Khong
Su-Yen
SY
Centre for Advanced Reproductive Endosurgery, St. Leonards, New South Wales, Australia. su-yen@sydneycare.com.au
Lam
Alan
A
D000368:Aged; D020878:Device Removal / Q000379:methods*; D005260:Female; D005549:Foreign-Body Reaction / Q000209:etiology; D013509:Gynecologic Surgical Procedures; D006801:Humans; D010535:Laparoscopy; D017773:Pelvic Floor; D019736:Prostheses and Implants / Q000009:adverse effects*; D013526:Surgical Mesh / Q000009:adverse effects*