Laparoscopic repair of post hysterectomy ureterovaginal fistula
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Date
2022-04
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Wolters Kluwer – Medknow
Abstract
The fistulas, following gynecologic, surgeries are not uncommon. Hysterectomy is one of the most common causes of lower urinary tract fistula in pelvic surgery. Higher incidences are associated with laparoscopic hysterectomy as compared to vaginal or abdominal hysterectomy. Early identification and management of ureterovaginal fistula (UVF) are of utmost importance. The laparoscopic approach in the management of UVF is preferred over open surgery as it reduces pain, hospital stay, and morbidity. However, the laparoscopic approach needs higher surgical dexterity, sound knowledge of pelvic anatomy, and has a higher learning curve. One such approach is discussed here.
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Laparoscopic ureteric reimplantation, ureteric injury, ureterovaginal fistula
Citation
Shah Siddharth, Thumar Nidhi, Kumar Sushil. Laparoscopic repair of post hysterectomy ureterovaginal fistula. MGM Journal of Medical Sciences. 2022 Apr; 9(2): 242-245