Tissue retrieval of laparoscopically excised adnexal specimens in gynecologic surgery: posterior culdotomy versus abdominal extraction

Despite the established benefits of minimally invasive surgery, tissue extraction can remain a challenge to successfully complete a procedure in a minimally invasive fashion or without the need to significantly enlarge an abdominal incision. For this reason, specimen extraction via the posterior culdotomy has gained attention in more recent years. Limited studies have evaluated the technique, but available data suggest it is safe and feasible, with possible reduction in postoperative pain scores.
Source: American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Category: OBGYN Authors: Source Type: research