The Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology
Volume 17, Issue 3 , Pages 371-373, May 2010

Single-Incision Laparoscopic Myomectomy

  • Jon I. Einarsson, MD, MPH

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    • Corresponding Author InformationCorresponding author: Jon I. Einarsson, MD, MPH, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Brigham and Women's Hospital, 75 Francis St, ASB 1-3, Boston, MA 02115.

Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts

Received 6 November 2009; accepted 8 January 2010. published online 08 March 2010.

Abstract 

Single-incision laparoscopic myomectomy is a feasible operation even in the presence of a transmural uterine myoma. The most challenging step of the operation is greatly facilitated by using bidirectional barbed sutures because no knots are required and excellent tension is maintained throughout the hysterotomy closure site. Prospective studies are urgently needed to fully evaluate potential benefits of single-incision laparoscopic surgery.

Keywords: Myomectomy, Myoma, Single incision

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PII: S1553-4650(10)00009-9

doi:10.1016/j.jmig.2010.01.007

The Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology
Volume 17, Issue 3 , Pages 371-373, May 2010

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