Transvaginal hydrolaparoscopy: optimizing the procedure
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https://doi.org/10.18597/rcog.702Keywords:
Culdoscopy, transvaginal hydrolaparoscopy, fertiloscopy, hysteroscopy, infertility, cul de sac, complicationsAbstract
The transvaginal hydrolaparoscopy (T.H.L.) was described by Gordts et al in 1998 as a tool for diagnosis infertility female factor, however the technique diffusion has been slow because the procedure has risks. Papers published have reported until 5% of complications (rectum injury, no access at the abdominal cavity, hematomas and vaginal bleeding).
This paper describes a modification of the original protocol, and also a new tool that permits a secure access at the abdominal cavity through cul de sac, avoiding risks of injury intraabdominal structures and letting the pelvic visualization for fertiloscopy or transvaginal hydrolaparoscopy.
Author Biographies
Juan Carlos Mendoza Ávila
Hernando Ruíz Camero
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