Journal of minimally invasive gynecology
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J Minim Invasive Gynecol · Sep 2006
Comparative StudyThe use of lightly embalmed (fresh tissue) cadavers for resident laparoscopic training.
The value of a cadaver training program in laparoscopic surgery has rarely been studied. As there is a dearth of cadaver training programs, it is important to evaluate them. The goal of this study was to estimate if our cadaver training program significantly and relatively rapidly taught residents laparoscopic surgical skills. ⋯ This cadaver surgical training program appeared to significantly improve laparoscopic surgical techniques in PGY 2 and PGY 3 obstetric/gynecology residents in a relatively short time. This model teaches residents specific training in the handling and manipulation of tissue as well as practice in surgical techniques for adnexal surgery, pelvic dissection, laparoscopic hysterectomy, and dissection within the space of Retzius that is not possible with mechanical trainers.
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J Minim Invasive Gynecol · Sep 2006
Randomized Controlled Trial Multicenter Study Comparative StudyCavaterm thermal balloon endometrial ablation versus hysteroscopic endometrial resection to treat menorrhagia: the French, multicenter, randomized study.
To compare the efficacy and safety of Cavaterm thermal balloon endometrial ablation with hysteroscopic endometrial resection. ⋯ Cavaterm thermal balloon ablation was as effective as hysteroscopic endometrial resection to treat menorrhagia, both resulting in a significant reduction in menstrual blood loss and high patient satisfaction.
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J Minim Invasive Gynecol · Sep 2006
Multicenter Study Comparative StudyA comparative study of hysteroscopic sterilization performed in-office versus a hospital operating room.
To compare hysteroscopic female sterilization procedures performed in-office versus a hospital operating room (OR) among newly trained physicians. ⋯ There is no clear advantage to performing hysteroscopic sterilization in a hospital OR. Hysteroscopic sterilization can be performed safely and efficiently in an office setting.
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J Minim Invasive Gynecol · Sep 2006
Randomized Controlled TrialA randomized blinded study of the incidence of postoperative nausea and vomiting in women after major gynecologic laparoscopic surgery.
To estimate the incidence of postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) in women undergoing major gynecologic laparoscopic surgery with an expected surgical duration exceeding 1 hour and anticipated overnight hospitalization. ⋯ A long surgical period may have great impact on the PONV in women who undergo gynecologic laparoscopic surgery, which implies the need for skilled gynecologic laparoscopists.