The Journal of the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists
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To identify and summarize all electric morcellator-related injuries published in the medical literature. ⋯ These potentially fatal complications are unreported in the medical literature.
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J Am Assoc Gynecol Laparosc · May 2003
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study Clinical TrialChance of adhesion formation after laparoscopic salpingo-ovariolysis: is there a place for second-look laparoscopy?
To evaluate the chance of adhesion formation after laparoscopic salpingo-ovariolysis and determine the efficacy of early second-look laparoscopy (SLL). ⋯ The chance of moderate and severe adhesion reformation after laparoscopic salpingo-ovariolysis was 40.2%. Although separation of these adhesions could be performed more easily at the time of early SLL, the chance of pregnancy did not increase compared with that in patients who did not undergo SLL.
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J Am Assoc Gynecol Laparosc · May 2003
Comparative StudyNeuroendocrine stress response in patients undergoing benign ovarian cyst surgery by laparoscopy, minilaparotomy, and laparotomy.
To quantify and compare neuroendocrine stress responses during and immediately after surgery by laparoscopy, minilaparotomy, and laparotomy for benign ovarian cysts. ⋯ Laparoscopic surgery causes minimal activation of stress hormones, which in some instances is confined to the intraoperative period. Minilaparotomy may be a valid alternative to laparoscopy in high-risk patients who cannot tolerate abdominal distention.
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J Am Assoc Gynecol Laparosc · Nov 2002
Comparative StudyPelvic pain scores in women without pelvic pathology.
To assess the presence of and quantify pelvic pain in a group of women without demonstrable pelvic pathology as confirmed by laparoscopy. ⋯ Pelvic pain, principally dysmenorrhea, is common in women of reproductive age. Pain scores may be used to compare treatments for pelvic pain and provide useful information for preoperative counseling.