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Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is
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William H. Parker
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443-444
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| Images in Endoscopy |
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Intramural Pregnancy
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Keng Wee Tay,
Wai Cheung,
Ka-Ming Mok
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447
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Retroperitoneal Hematoma after a Rectus Sheath Block
A 47-year-old, para 2 woman weighing 57 kg underwent laparoscopic left salpingo-oophorectomy for an endometriotic cyst. After induction of general anesthesia, rectus sheath block was performed using a...
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Pong Mo Yuen,
Pui Shan Ng
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448
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| Special Article |
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The Fundamental Manipulations of Surgery: A Structured Vocabulary for Designing Surgical Curricula and Simulators
Abstract: A structured vocabulary is proposed for supporting the design and development of advanced surgical simulators. Nine fundamental surgical instrument-tissue actions or manipulations are define...
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William LeRoy Heinrichs,
Sakti Srivastava,
Kevin Montgomery,
Parvati Dev
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450-456
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| Original Articles |
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Ultrasonographic Evaluation of Postoperative Ovarian Cyst Formation after Laparoscopic Excision of Endometriomas
Abstract: Study Objective: To evaluate, by means of serial transvaginal ultrasound (US) examinations, the ovary after laparoscopic excision of endometriomas with the stripping technique. Design: Prosp...
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Ludovico Muzii,
Filippo Bellati,
Francesco Plotti,
Natalina Manci,
Innocenza Palaia,
Marzio A. Zullo,
Roberto Angioli,
Pierluigi Benedetti Panici
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457-461
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Comparative Study of Different Dosages of Goserelin in Size Reduction of Myomatous Uteri
Abstract: Study Objective: To compare uterine size reduction obtained with three monthly subcutaneous injections of 3.6 mg of goserelin versus a single subcutaneous injection of 10.8 mg. Design: Prosp...
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Nilo Bozzini,
Marcos L. Messina,
Rodrigo Borsari,
Sandro G. Hilário,
José A. Pinotti
et al.
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462-463
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Does a Minimally Invasive Surgery Fellowship Impact Surgical Experience Among Gynecology Residents?
Abstract: Study Objective: To examine the impact of a minimally invasive surgery (MIS) fellowship on resident experience and to survey the general attitude toward effects of fellowship programs on res...
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Jon I. Einarsson,
Audra Timmins,
Amy E. Young,
Robert K. Zurawin
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464-466
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Tissue Trauma in Abdominal and Laparoscopic-Assisted Vaginal Hysterectomy
Abstract: Study Objective: To compare the degree of tissue damage between abdominal and laparoscopic-assisted hysterectomy. Design: Prospective, randomized, controlled study (Canadian Task Force class...
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Cem Atabekoglu,
Murat Sönmezer,
Mete Güngör,
Ruşen Aytaç,
Firat Ortaç,
Cihat Ünlü
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467-472
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Effect of Humidified and Heated CO2 During Gynecologic Laparoscopic Surgery on Analgesic Requirements and Postoperative Pain
Abstract: Study Objective: To determine the effect of humidified and heated CO2 for pneumoperitoneum during laparoscopic surgery on analgesic requirements, postoperative pain, and patient satisfaction...
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Stefan Kissler,
Marianne Haas,
Renate Strohmeier,
Hubert Schmitt,
Achim Rody,
Manfred Kaufmann,
Ernst Siebzehnruebl
et al.
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473-477
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Laparoscopic Treatment of Ovarian Dermoid Cysts: Eleven Years' Experience
Abstract: Study Objective: To compare laparoscopic and open approaches in the management of benign ovarian teratomas (dermoid cysts) with regard to operative outcome, complications, and postoperative ...
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Spiros Milingos,
Athanasios Protopapas,
Petros Drakakis,
Anthoula Liapi,
Dimitris Loutradis,
Alexandros Rodolakis,
Dimitrios Milingos,
Stylianos Michalas
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478-485
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Intraperitoneal Ropivacaine and a Gas Drain: Effects on Postoperative Pain in Laparoscopic Surgery
Abstract: Study Objective: To assess the benefits of the combination of a gas drain and the instillation of local anesthetic on the incidence of pain after operative gynecologic laparoscopy. Design: R...
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Emma Readman,
Peter J. Maher,
Antony M. Mr. Ugoni,
Simon Gordon
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486-491
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The Incidence of Endometrial Cancer after Endometrial Ablation in a Low-Risk Population
Abstract: Study Objective: To assess the incidence of endometrial cancer in 509 women who had undergone hysteroscopic endometrial ablation in two centers between 1978 and 1994. All patients had normal...
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Robert S. Neuwirth,
Franklin D. Loffer,
Therese Trenhaile,
Bruce Levin
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492-494
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Hysterectomy after Endometrial Ablation-Resection
Abstract: Study Objective: To evaluate the reasons for performing a hysterectomy in patients who had previously undergone endometrial ablation-resection (EA-R), after a follow-up of at least 6 years. ...
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Rafael Comino,
Rafael Torrejón
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495-499
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Outpatient Hysteroscopic Polypectomy in 237 Patients: Feasibility of a One-Stop “See-and-Treat” Procedure
Abstract: Study Objective: To evaluate the feasibility of a “see-and-treat” office polyp resection, using a 5-mm sheathed operative hysteroscope. Design: Retrospective study (Canadian Task Force class...
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Giancarlo Garuti,
Fulvia Cellani,
Monica Colonnelli,
Francesco Grossi,
Massimo Luerti
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500-504
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| Instruments and Techniques |
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Detection of Nonpigmented Endometriotic Lesions with 5-Aminolevulinic Acid-Induced Fluorescence
Abstract: Study Objective: To evaluate the feasibility of fluorescence diagnosis of nonpigmented (red and white) endometriotic lesions with 20 mg/kg of 5-aminolevulinc acid (5-ALA) 5–7 and 10–14 hours...
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Olaf Buchweitz,
Pia Wülfing,
Anette Staebler,
Ludwig Kiesel
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505-510
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Preliminary Experience with Robot-Assisted Laparoscopic Myomectomy
Abstract: The following retrospective case series evaluated the technique and feasibility of integrating robot-assisted technology in the performance of a laparoscopic myomectomy in order to overcome ...
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Arnold P. Advincula,
Arleen Song,
William Burke,
R. Kevin Reynolds
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511-518
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New Helical Incision for Removal of Large Uteri during Laparoscopic-Assisted Vaginal Hysterectomy
Abstract: The objective of our study was to evaluate the feasibility of a new incision technique for vaginal removal of large uteri during laparoscopic-assisted vaginal hysterectomy (LAVH). The helica...
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Yue-Shan Lin
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519-524
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Trocar-Assisted Sling Suspension for Stress Urinary Incontinence: Three-Year Follow-up
Abstract: Study Objective: To evaluate 3-year outcomes of trocar-assisted sling suspension (TASS) for genuine stress incontinence. Design: Retrospective review (Canadian Task Force classification II-2...
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Chyi-Long Lee,
Chih-Feng Yen,
Chin-Jung Wang,
Pei-Shan Lee,
Hsiao-Chen Chiu
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525-529
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Ureteral Endometriosis: The Role of Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Abstract: In six women out of 792 who underwent magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) for management of deep infiltrating endometriosis (DIE), ureteral involvement was suspected. Ureteral endometriosis was...
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Corinne Balleyguier,
Morgan Roupret,
Thuy Nguyen,
Karen Kinkel,
Olivier Helenon,
Charles Chapron
et al.
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530-536
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| Clinical Opinion |
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Body Piercing Affecting Laparoscopy: Perioperative Precautions
Abstract: Piercing is an increasingly popular fashion trend mainly among adolescents. Umbilical piercing in particular can cause perioperative problems during laparoscopic procedures. We describe how ...
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Volker R. Jacobs,
John E. Morrison,
Stefan Paepke,
Marion Kiechle
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537-541
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| Book Reviews |
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Surgical Technology in Obstetrics and Gynecology
This 432-page, soft-cover book contains more than 150 illustrations, most of them well-executed black-and white line drawings. The advertised sale price is $64.95.
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Ronald L. Levine
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543
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| Capsule Summaries from the Literature |
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Systematic Review of Mifepristone for the Treatment of Uterine Myoma
Obstet Gynecol 2004, 103:1331-6
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544
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Laparoscopic Salpingotomy for Tubal Pregnancy: Comparison of Linear Salpingotomy With and Without Suturing
Hum Reprod 2004, 19:1195-1200
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544
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Effects of Transfusion with Red Cells Filtered to Remove Leucocytes: Randomised Controlled Trial in Patients Undergoing Major Surgery
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544-545
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| Letter to the Editor |
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Chronic Pelvic Pain
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Kenneth A. Levey
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546
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