Gynecology Laparoscopic Removal of an intraabdominal IUD 22 Nov 202123 Nov 2021 A 40 year old patient presented to her new gynecologist 5 years after insertion of a levonorgestrel intrauterine device (IUD) in order to have it replaced with a new one.…
Gynecology Paraovarian / Paratubal Cyst 17 Nov 2021 Definition Paraovarian / paratubal cysts are epithelium-lined fluid-filled cysts in the adnexa adjacent to the fallopian tube and ovary. The terms are used interchangeably depending on the location of the…
Urogynecology vNotes Uterosacral Ligament Suspension 12 Aug 202128 Jan 2022 Indication Uterine/cervical prolapse. Advantages Οffers easier and safer onco-preventive adnexectomy at the time of vaginal surgery.Creates a better anatomical correction of the prolapse in comparison to the sacrospinous ligament fixation.May…
Urogynecology Levator Ani Avulsion 6 Jun 2021 Definition Levator avulsion is the traumatic disconnection of the puborectalis componentof the levator ani from the os pubis (Dietz, 2019). Types The levator ani avulsion may be categorized as: LAM…
Gynecology LAparoscopic Supracervical Hysterectomy (LASH) 11 Mar 202115 Mar 2021 Indication Benign gynecological conditionsUterine fibroids causing serious symptoms (with exception of small, singular intracavitary fibroids FIGO I or II).High suspicion of adenomyosis uteri interna resistant to endocrine therapy.Dysfunctional uterine bleeding…
Gynecology Laparoscopic Myomectomy 19 Feb 202112 Apr 2023 Indication The main condition is that the patient desires to preserve her childbearing potential. The main indication is intramural or subserosal fibroids causing serious symptoms (excessive menstrual bleeding, pelvic pain…
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