Anterior colpotomy procedure
Anterior colpotomy procedure
Vaginal hysterectomy by an anterior colpotomy technic.
Gallup DG, Welham RT.
Abstract
A simple, relatively unknown technic of vaginal hysterectomy using the anterior colpotomy approach is presented. Experience with this procedure at a small Naval hospital is described. Morbidity occurred in 6.6% of the patients. The advantages of this method of vaginal hysterectomy are summarized.
10 common questions about Anterior colpotomy procedure
1What is an anterior Colpotomy?
A colpotomy, also known as a vaginotomy, is a procedure by which an incision is made in the vagina.
2What is Colpotomy procedure?
A colpotomy is a type of incision that is made in the back wall of the vagina. During a tubal ligation, your doctor can use a colpotomy (also known as a vaginotomy) as one of the ways to reach your fallopian tubes. A tubal ligation that uses a colpotomy incision is considered to be minimally invasive surgery.
3What is a Colpotomy ring used for?
RUMI uterine manipulator is used to manipulate the uterus during surgery, and the Koh colpotomy ring is used to provide an insulated backstop for the colpotomy incision
4How uterus is removed in Laparoscopy?
Your uterus can be removed in small pieces through the incisions, through a larger incision made in your abdomen, or through your vagina (which is called a laparoscopic vaginal hysterectomy). A robot-assisted laparoscopic hysterectomy is performed with the help of a robotic machine controlled by the surgeon
5What is Minilaparotomy?
Minilaparotomy, generally referred to as “minilap,” is an abdominal surgical approach to the fallopian tubes by means of an incision less than 5 cm in length.As a sterilization procedure for permanently occluding the fallopian tubes, minilaparotomy has been performed safely and frequently in a wide range of countries
6What is Colpocleisis procedure?
Colpocleisis is a procedure involving closure of the vagina. It is used to treat vaginal prolapse. In older women who are no longer sexually active a simple procedure for reducing prolapse is a partial colpocleisis
7Is a laparoscopic hysterectomy major surgery?
A laparoscopic hysterectomy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure to remove the uterus. A small incision is made in the belly button and a tiny camera is inserted. ... Two or three other tiny incisions are made in the lower abdomen. Specialized instruments are inserted and used for the removal process.
8How long does it take to recover from laparoscopic surgery?
Your Recovery
This is common. You should feel better after 1 to 2 weeks. This care sheet gives you a general idea about how long it will take for you to recover. But each person recovers at a different pace.
9How many days rest after uterus removal?
Most women go home 2-3 days after this surgery, but complete recovery takes from six to eight weeks. During this time, you need to rest at home. You should not be doing housework until you talk with your doctor about restrictions
10Can tubes grow back after removal?
If your fallopian tube has grown back together after tubal ligation, it's possible you could have a full-term pregnancy. Some women also opt to have a tubal ligation reversal, where a doctor puts the fallopian tubes back together
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