Journal of minimally invasive gynecology
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J Minim Invasive Gynecol · Nov 2016
Association Between Body Mass Index, Uterine Size, and Operative Morbidity in Women Undergoing Minimally Invasive Hysterectomy.
Although the selection of an approach to minimally invasive hysterectomy is relatively straightforward in an ideal patient scenario, it is more difficult in patients who pose operative challenges such as high body mass index (BMI) and enlarged uteri. The objective of this study was to explore the association between surgical approach and operative morbidity after minimally invasive hysterectomy and examine whether the association varies based on patient BMI and uterine size. ⋯ Major operative morbidity after minimally invasive hysterectomy is rare regardless of the surgical approach. A vaginal approach to hysterectomy is associated with the shortest operative times, but increasing BMI results in a rapid escalation of operative time in women with large uteri. Total laparoscopic hysterectomy is associated with shorter hospitalizations and lower odds of blood transfusion across the BMI spectrum, particularly in women with small uteri. Laparoscopic-assisted vaginal hysterectomy appears to confer no specific advantage over the vaginal or laparoscopic approaches.
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J Minim Invasive Gynecol · May 2016
Comparative StudyIncidence of Septate Uterus in Reproductive-Aged Women With and Without Endometriosis.
To compare the incidence of a uterine septum in women with and without endometriosis and if such incidence correlates with the stage of endometriosis Although a correlation between obstructive Mullerian anomalies and endometriosis has been well established, its link with non-obstructive anomalies remains controversial. To elucidate whether there is a correlation between endometriosis and non-obstructive Mullerian anomalies, we conducted this prospective study on all patients admitted to our Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility surgical service from February 1, 2010 through June 30, 2012. All patients underwent both hysteroscopy and laparoscopy. Surgical indications included: infertility, pain, and/or menorrhagia. The presence or absence of endometriosis and uterine anomalies were recorded immediately after each surgery and subsequently analyzed. Endometriosis was staged according to the r-ASRM Classification and treated by resection and ablation of deep and superficial lesions, respectively. Since uterine septum is the most common Mullerian anomaly, we considered only this anomaly to test the hypothesis that uterine septum may be associated with an increased incidence of endometriosis. ⋯ The incidence of septate uterus in our population of women with infertility and/or pelvic pain ranges from 27% to 37%, being significantly higher in women with endometriosis and mores so with Stage IV disease. Our data suggests that the presence of a uterine septum may predispose to more advanced disease.
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J Minim Invasive Gynecol · May 2016
Sentinel Node Mapping Using Indocyanine Green and Near-infrared Fluorescence Imaging Technology for Uterine Malignancies: Preliminary Experience With the Da Vinci Xi System.
Sentinel lymph node (SLN) mapping has emerged as the new frontier for the surgical staging of apparently early-stage cervical and endometrial cancer. Different colorimetric and radioactive tracers, alone and in combination, have been proposed with encouraging results. Fluorometric mapping using indocyanine green (ICG) appears to be a suitable and attractive alternative to provide reliable staging [1-4]. ⋯ SLN mapping has been acknowledged by the National Comprehensive Cancer Network guidelines as a viable option for the management of selected uterine malignancies [7,8]. Currently, the near-infrared technology built in the Da Vinci Xi system provides an enhanced real-time imaging system that improves the advantages given by ICG. Together with our experience, these conditions indicate that SLN mapping is an effective and safe procedure with high overall detection and low false-negative rates.
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J Minim Invasive Gynecol · Mar 2016
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative StudyThe Effects of Volume-Controlled and Pressure-Controlled Ventilation on Lung Mechanics, Oxidative Stress, and Recovery in Gynecologic Laparoscopic Surgery.
To compare ventilation variables, changes in oxidative stress, and the quality of recovery in 2 different ventilation strategies (volume-controlled ventilation [VCV] and pressure-controlled ventilation [PCV]) during gynecologic laparoscopic surgery. ⋯ PCV is an alternative ventilation mode in gynecologic laparoscopic surgery. However, PCV offered lower peak airway pressure and higher compliance than VCV but no advantages over VCV in oxidative stress or quality of recovery.
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J Minim Invasive Gynecol · Mar 2016
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative StudyTraditional Versus Simulation Resident Surgical Laparoscopic Salpingectomy Training: A Randomized Controlled Trial.
To evaluate the effectiveness of the porcine training model for obstetrics-gynecology (OB/GYN) residents in laparoscopic salpingectomy. ⋯ This study demonstrates that simulation can improve surgical technique OSATs. However, of 45 possible points, both groups' average scores were <70% of the optimum. Thus, the improvement, although statistically significant, was relatively small and indicates that further supplementation in training is needed to substantially increase the residents' surgical skills.