Journal of minimally invasive gynecology
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J Minim Invasive Gynecol · Jan 2010
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative StudyA comparative, single-blind, randomized trial of pain associated with suction or non-suction drains after gynecologic laparoscopy.
To estimate the difference in pain associated with the wearing or removal of suction or non-suction drains after gynecologic laparoscopic surgery. ⋯ There is no significant difference in patient discomfort while wearing or after removal of suction or non-suction drains. However, suction drains are more painful to have removed.
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J Minim Invasive Gynecol · Jan 2010
Surgical treatment of endometriosis in private practice: cohort study with mean follow-up of 3 years.
To describe our experience with surgical treatment of endometriosis. ⋯ Laparoscopic excision of endometriosis significantly reduces pain and improves quality of life as measured by both the EQ-5D index and the EQ-5D VAS, with a low complication rate.