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Mastronardi M, Raimondo D, Mabrouk M, Raffone A, Giorgi M, Centini G, Zupi E, Seracchioli R, Maletta M, Ratti S, O'guin WM, Manzoli L, Billi AM. The anatomy of the pelvic plexus in female cadavers: implications for retroperitoneal nerve-sparing surgery. Facts Views Vis Obgyn 2024; 16:203-211. [PMID: 38950534 DOI: 10.52054/fvvo.16.2.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/03/2024] Open
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Background The inferior hypogastric plexus (IHP) is a crucial structure for female continence and sexual function. A nerve-sparing approach should be pursued to reduce the risk of pelvic plexus damage during retroperitoneal pelvic surgery. Objectives To analyse the relationship between the female IHP and several pelvic anatomical landmarks. Materials and Methods Standardised cadaveric dissection was performed on 5 nulliparous female cadavers. The relationships of the IHP and the mid-cervical plane (MCP), the mid-sagittal plane (MSP), and the uterosacral ligament (USL) were investigated. Main outcome measures Distance between IHP and MCP, MSP, and USL. Results Distances between the right IHP and the right MSP (mean distance: 16.3 mm; range: 10.0-22.5 mm) and the right USL (mean distance: 4.8 mm; range: 0-15.0 mm) were shorter than those between the left IHP and ipsilateral landmarks (left MSP distance: 23.5 mm; range 18.0-30.0 mm; left USL distance: 5.0 mm; range: 0-20.0 mm). Although the MCP was 3.3 mm (range: 2.5-4.0 mm) left and lateral to the midsagittal line, the right IHP was closer to the MCP (mean distance: 19.6 mm; range: 13.0-25.0 mm) than the left one (mean distance: 20.2 mm; range: 15.0-26.0 mm). Conclusions Distances between the right IHP and the MSP, MCP, and ipsilateral USL, are shorter compared to these associated to the left IHP. What is new? Right autonomic pelvic plexus is closer to the midline planes and the ipsilateral USL. These anatomical relationships may be greatly helpful for pelvic surgeon while facing retroperitoneal pelvic surgery and looking for a nerve-sparing approach.
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Chikazawa K, Muro S, Yamaguchi K, Imai K, Kuwata T, Konno R, Akita K. Denonvilliers' fascia as a potential nerve-course marker for the female urinary bladder. Gynecol Oncol 2024; 184:1-7. [PMID: 38271772 DOI: 10.1016/j.ygyno.2024.01.025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/19/2023] [Revised: 01/04/2024] [Accepted: 01/14/2024] [Indexed: 01/27/2024]
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OBJECTIVES This study investigated the relationship between Denonvilliers' fascia (DF) and the pelvic plexus branches in women and explored the possibility of using the DF as a positional marker in nerve-sparing radical hysterectomy (RH). METHODS This study included eight female cadavers. The DF, its lateral border, and the pelvic autonomic nerves running lateral to the DF were dissected and examined. The pelvis was cut into two along the mid-sagittal line. The uterine artery, deep uterine veins, vesical veins, and nerve branches to the pelvic organs were carefully dissected. RESULTS The nerves ran sagitally, while the DF ran perpendicularly to them. The rectovaginal ligament was continuous with the DF, forming a single structure. The DF attached perpendicularly and seamlessly to the pelvic plexus. The pelvic plexus branches were classified into a ventral part branching to the bladder, uterus, and upper vagina and a dorsal part branching to the lower vagina and rectum as well as into four courses. Nerves were attached to the rectovaginal ligament and ran on its surface to the bladder ventral to the DF. The uterine branches split from the common trunk of these nerves. The most dorsal branch to the bladder primarily had a common trunk with the uterine branch, which is the most important and should be preserved in nerve-sparing Okabayashi RH. CONCLUSION The DF can be used as a marker for nerve course, particularly in one of the bladder branches running directly superior to the DF, which can be preserved in nerve-sparing Okabayashi RH.
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- Kenro Chikazawa
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Saitama Medical Center, Jichi Medical University, 1-847, Amanuma-cho, Omiya-ku, Saitama 330-8503, Japan; Department of Clinical Anatomy, Tokyo Medical and Dental University, 1-5-45 Yushima, Bunkyo City, Tokyo 113-8510, Japan.
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- Department of Clinical Anatomy, Tokyo Medical and Dental University, 1-5-45 Yushima, Bunkyo City, Tokyo 113-8510, Japan.
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- Department of Clinical Anatomy, Tokyo Medical and Dental University, 1-5-45 Yushima, Bunkyo City, Tokyo 113-8510, Japan.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Saitama Medical Center, Jichi Medical University, 1-847, Amanuma-cho, Omiya-ku, Saitama 330-8503, Japan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Saitama Medical Center, Jichi Medical University, 1-847, Amanuma-cho, Omiya-ku, Saitama 330-8503, Japan.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Saitama Medical Center, Jichi Medical University, 1-847, Amanuma-cho, Omiya-ku, Saitama 330-8503, Japan
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- Department of Clinical Anatomy, Tokyo Medical and Dental University, 1-5-45 Yushima, Bunkyo City, Tokyo 113-8510, Japan.
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Astruc A, Roux L, Robin F, Sall NR, Dion L, Lavoué V, Legendre G, Leveque J, Bessede T, Bertrand M, Odimba Mpoy J, Nzau-Ngoma E, Morandi X, Chedotal A, Le Lous M, Nyangoh Timoh K. Advanced Insights into Human Uterine Innervation: Implications for Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain. J Clin Med 2024; 13:1433. [PMID: 38592287 PMCID: PMC10932059 DOI: 10.3390/jcm13051433] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/31/2023] [Revised: 02/08/2024] [Accepted: 02/16/2024] [Indexed: 04/10/2024] Open
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(1) Background: Understanding uterine innervation, an essential aspect of female reproductive biology, has often been overlooked. Nevertheless, the complex architecture of uterine innervation plays a significant role in conditions such as endometriosis. Recently, advances in histological techniques have provided unprecedented details about uterine innervation, highlighting its intricate structure, distribution, and density. The intricate nature of uterine innervation and its influence on pathologies such as endometriosis has garnered increasing attention. (2) Objectives: This review aims to compile, analyze, and summarize the existing research on uterine innervation, and investigate its implications for the pathogenesis of endometriosis and associated pain. (3) Methods: A systematic review was conducted in line with PRISMA guidelines. Using the PubMed database, we searched relevant keywords such as "uterine innervation", "endometriosis", and "pain association". (4) Results: The initial literature search yielded a total of 3300 potential studies. Of these, 45 studies met our inclusion criteria and were included in the final review. The analyzed studies consistently demonstrated that the majority of studies focused on macroscopic dissection of uterine innervation for surgical purposes. Fewer studies focused on micro-innervation for uterine innervation. For endometriosis, few studies focused on neural pain pathways whereas many studies underlined an increase in nerve fiber density within ectopic endometrial tissue. This heightened innervation is suggested as a key contributor to the chronic pain experienced by endometriosis patients. (5) Conclusions: The understanding of uterine innervation, and its alterations in endometriosis, offer promising avenues for research and potential treatment.
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- Audrey Astruc
- Laboratoire d’Anatomie et d’Organogenèse, Faculté de Médecine, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Rennes, 35000 Rennes, France; (A.A.); (L.R.); (X.M.)
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Rennes University Hospital, 35000 Rennes, France; (N.R.S.); (L.D.); (V.L.); (J.L.); (M.L.L.)
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Angers University Hospital, 49100 Angers, France;
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- Laboratoire d’Anatomie et d’Organogenèse, Faculté de Médecine, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Rennes, 35000 Rennes, France; (A.A.); (L.R.); (X.M.)
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Rennes University Hospital, 35000 Rennes, France; (N.R.S.); (L.D.); (V.L.); (J.L.); (M.L.L.)
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- H2P2 Histopathology Laboratory, Rennes 1 University, 35000 Rennes, France;
- Department of Hepatobiliary and Digestive Surgery, University Hospital, Rennes 1 University, 35000 Rennes, France
- INSERM U1242, Chemistry Oncogenesis Stress Signaling, Rennes 1 University, 35000 Rennes, France
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Rennes University Hospital, 35000 Rennes, France; (N.R.S.); (L.D.); (V.L.); (J.L.); (M.L.L.)
- INSERM, LTSI—UMR 1099, Rennes 1 University, 35000 Rennes, France
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Rennes University Hospital, 35000 Rennes, France; (N.R.S.); (L.D.); (V.L.); (J.L.); (M.L.L.)
- INSERM, IRSET—UMR_S 1085, 35000 Rennes, France
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Rennes University Hospital, 35000 Rennes, France; (N.R.S.); (L.D.); (V.L.); (J.L.); (M.L.L.)
- INSERM, IRSET—UMR_S 1085, 35000 Rennes, France
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Angers University Hospital, 49100 Angers, France;
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Rennes University Hospital, 35000 Rennes, France; (N.R.S.); (L.D.); (V.L.); (J.L.); (M.L.L.)
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- Urology Department, APHP, Université Paris-Saclay, 94270 Le Kremlin-Bicetre, France;
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- Surgery Department, Nîmes University Hospital, University of Montpellier, 30900 Nîmes, France;
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospital of Kinshasa, Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo; (J.O.M.); (E.N.-N.)
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospital of Kinshasa, Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo; (J.O.M.); (E.N.-N.)
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- Laboratoire d’Anatomie et d’Organogenèse, Faculté de Médecine, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Rennes, 35000 Rennes, France; (A.A.); (L.R.); (X.M.)
- INSERM, LTSI—UMR 1099, Rennes 1 University, 35000 Rennes, France
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- INSERM, CNRS, Institut de la Vision, Sorbonne Université, 75012 Paris, France;
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Rennes University Hospital, 35000 Rennes, France; (N.R.S.); (L.D.); (V.L.); (J.L.); (M.L.L.)
- INSERM, LTSI—UMR 1099, Rennes 1 University, 35000 Rennes, France
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- Laboratoire d’Anatomie et d’Organogenèse, Faculté de Médecine, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Rennes, 35000 Rennes, France; (A.A.); (L.R.); (X.M.)
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Rennes University Hospital, 35000 Rennes, France; (N.R.S.); (L.D.); (V.L.); (J.L.); (M.L.L.)
- INSERM, LTSI—UMR 1099, Rennes 1 University, 35000 Rennes, France
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Vilos GA, Reyes-MuÑoz E, Riemma G, Kahramanoglu I, Lin LT, Chiofalo B, Lordelo P, Della Corte L, Vitagliano A, Valenti G. Gynecological cancers and urinary dysfunction: a comparison between endometrial cancer and other gynecological malignancies. Minerva Med 2021; 112:96-110. [PMID: 32700863 DOI: 10.23736/s0026-4806.20.06770-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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The purpose of this paper is to provide a narrative overview of the available literature about voiding dysfunction in women with gynecological cancer before and after surgical, chemo- and radiotherapy treatments. Radical surgery, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy may cause lower urinary tract dysfunction such as stress and urge urinary incontinence, and voiding difficulties. However, nerve-sparing radical hysterectomy may be a valid surgical approach in order to reduce bladder innervation impairment and maintain normal urinary function. Also, newer radiotherapy techniques significantly reduce the number of adverse effects, including bladder dysfunction. Pelvic floor muscle physiotherapy and training with biofeedback and urethral bulking agents represent some additional therapies that can be used in oncologically treated patients with urinary symptoms in order to improve a significant aspect of their quality of life. Considering the important impact on the patients' quality of life, a full urogynecological evaluation should be considered as an important part of oncological treatment and follow-up.
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- George A Vilos
- Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, Western University, London, ON, Canada -
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- Department of Endocrinology, Isidro Espinosa de los Reyes National Institute of Perinatology, Mexico City, Mexico
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- Department of Woman, Child and General and Specialized Surgery, Luigi Vanvitelli University of Campania, Naples, Italy
- Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Department of Women's and Children's Health, IRCCS A. Gemelli University Polyclinic Foundation, Rome, Italy
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- Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine, University of Instanbul, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Unit of Gynecologic Oncology, Department of Experimental Clinical Oncology, Regina Elena National Cancer Institute, Rome, Italy
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- Centro de Atenção ao Piso Pélvico (CAAP), Division of Physiotherapy, Escola Bahiana de Medicina e Saúde Pública (EBMSP), Salvador, Brazil
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, School of Medicine, Federico II University, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Women and Children's Health, University of Padua, Padua, Italy
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- Department of General Surgery and Medical Surgical Specialties, University of Catania, Catania, Italy
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Laparoscopic nerve-sparing radical hysterectomy without uterine manipulator for cervical cancer stage IB: description of the technique, our experience and results after the era of LACC trial. Arch Gynecol Obstet 2020; 303:1039-1047. [PMID: 33068159 DOI: 10.1007/s00404-020-05835-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2020] [Accepted: 10/07/2020] [Indexed: 01/03/2023]
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PURPOSE The aim of this study is to evaluate surgical data and oncological outcome of laparoscopic nerve-sparing radical hysterectomy without uterine manipulator for cervical cancer stage IB, over the last 8 years. METHODS This retrospective study includes 32 patients with cervical cancer Figo stage (2009) IB who underwent laparoscopic nerve-sparing radical hysterectomy without using any kind of uterine manipulator. Patients were eligible if they had squamous cell carcinoma, adenocarcinoma, or adeno-squamous carcinoma, and no para-aortic lymph node involvement by imaging or after frozen section. The median value and range were assessed for operative outcomes and relapse rate and disease-free survival rate were evaluated using the Kaplan-Meier method. RESULTS In the study, 32 patients were included and among them 27 women were stage IB1 (18 cases with tumor size 2-4 cm) and 5 women stage IB2 (Figo stage 2009). The median age of patients was 50.5 years (range 31-68) and median body mass index (B.M.I) was 25.3 kg/m2 (range 19-33.5 kg/m2). The average operating time was 228 min (range 147-310 min) and median hospital stay was 2.7 days (range 2-7 days). Approximate blood loss was 188 ml (range 120-300 ml). After a median follow-up of 37 months, we had 2 recurrences out of 32 cases and no death. Especially for patients with Figo stage (2009) IB1, the recurrence rate was 3.7% (1/27). The 3-year PFS was 93.7% and the number at risk 23 (71.8%) and especially for the IB1 stage (2009) women, the 3-year PFS was 96.1% and the number at risk 21 (77.7%). The 3-year OS was 100% with no. at risk 71.8%. CONCLUSIONS Laparoscopic nerve-sparing radical hysterectomy without uterine manipulator is feasible and safe surgical procedure for cervical cancer with acceptable surgical and oncological outcomes in the hands of well-trained and experienced laparoscopic surgeons. Our retrospective study reveals better oncological outcome compared to other studies on the minimally invasive approach, where uterine manipulator was routinely used and no vaginal sealing of the tumor was made.
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Total laparoscopic hysterectomy without uterine manipulator. A retrospective study of 1023 cases. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol 2020; 253:254-258. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ejogrb.2020.08.035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/05/2020] [Revised: 08/06/2020] [Accepted: 08/21/2020] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Mengatto MF, Castro BGR, Nobrega L, Vieira MA, Andrade CEMC, Tsunoda AT, de Andrade DAP, Dos Reis R. Early removal of indwelling urinary catheter after radical surgery for early-stage cervical cancer-A cohort study. J Surg Oncol 2020; 122:1498-1505. [PMID: 32779228 DOI: 10.1002/jso.26167] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2019] [Revised: 07/27/2020] [Accepted: 07/31/2020] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate the difference between early and delayed removal of indwelling urinary catheter after radical hysterectomy (RH) or radical trachelectomy (RT). METHODS An ambispective study was conducted in early-stage cervical cancer patients who underwent RH or RT. Delayed indwelling urinary catheter removal occurred on a postoperative day (POD) 7 in the retrospective group (January 2012-November 2013), and early removal occurred on POD 1 in the prospective group (May 2014-June 2017). The postvoid residual (PVR) test was performed after indwelling catheter removal in both groups. RESULTS Our sample included 47 patients in the delayed group and 48 in the early one. There was no difference in age, body mass index, tumor size, histology, stage, surgical approach, and intraoperative and postoperative complications. Indwelling urinary catheter reinsertion was needed in 16 (34%) patients in the delayed group and 12 (25%) in the early group (P = .37), with no statistical difference between the median PVR volumes -82.5 and 45 mL (P = .06), respectively. Seven (14.9%) patients in the delayed group presented with 30-day urinary tract infection vs two (4.2%) in the early group (P = .09). CONCLUSIONS Early indwelling urinary catheter removal, in regard to the rate of catheter reinsertion and PVR volume, does not differ from delayed removal.
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- Mariana F Mengatto
- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Barretos Cancer Hospital, Barretos, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Barretos School of Health Sciences, Dr. Paulo Prata-FACISB, Barretos, Brazil
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Barretos Cancer Hospital, Barretos, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Barretos Cancer Hospital, Barretos, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Barretos Cancer Hospital, Barretos, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Erasto Gaertner Hospital, Curitiba, Brazil
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Barretos Cancer Hospital, Barretos, São Paulo, Brazil
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Seracchioli R, Mabrouk M, Mastronardi M, Raimondo D, Arena A, Forno SD, Mariani GA, Billi AM, Manzoli L, O'Guin WM, Lemos N. Anatomic Cartography of the Hypogastric Nerves and Surgical Insights for Autonomic Preservation during Radical Pelvic Procedures. J Minim Invasive Gynecol 2019; 26:1340-1345. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jmig.2019.01.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/04/2018] [Revised: 01/16/2019] [Accepted: 01/20/2019] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Muallem MZ, Diab Y, Sehouli J, Fujii S. Nerve-sparing radical hysterectomy: steps to standardize surgical technique. Int J Gynecol Cancer 2019; 29:1203-1208. [PMID: 31326949 DOI: 10.1136/ijgc-2019-000410] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/09/2019] [Revised: 06/06/2019] [Accepted: 06/11/2019] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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AIM The primary objective of this review was to study and analyze techniques of nerve-sparing radical hysterectomy so as to be able to characterize and elucidate intricate steps for the dissection of each component of the pelvic autonomic nerve plexuses during nerve-sparing radical hysterectomy. METHODS This review was based on a five-step study design that included searching for relevant publications, selecting publications by applying inclusion and exclusion criteria, quality assessment of the identified studies, data extraction, and data synthesis. RESULTS There are numerous differences in the published literature concerning nerve-sparing radical hysterectomy including variations in techniques and surgical approaches. Techniques that claim to be nerve-sparing by staying above the dissection level of the hypogastric nerves do not highlight the pelvic splanchnic nerve, do not take into account the intra-operative patient position, nor the fact that the bladder branches leave the inferior hypogastric plexus in a ventrocranial direction, and the fact that inferior hypogastric plexus will be drawn cranially with the vaginal walls (if this is not recognized and isolated earlier) above the level of hypogastric nerves by drawing the uterus cranially during the operation. CONCLUSIONS The optimal nerve-sparing radical hysterectomy technique has to be radical (type C1) and must describe surgical steps to highlight all three components of the pelvic autonomic nervous system (hypogastric nerves, pelvic splanchnic nerves, and the bladder branches of the inferior hypogastric plexus). Recognizing the pelvic splanchnic nerves in the caudal parametrium and the isolation of the bladder branches of the inferior hypogastic plexus requires meticulous preparation of the caudal part of the ventral parametrium.
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- Mustafa Zelal Muallem
- Department of Gynecology with Center for Oncological Surgery,Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin,Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, and Berlin Institute of Health, Berlin, Germany, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Gynecology, Portland Hospital, Portland, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Gynecology with Center for Oncological Surgery,Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin,Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, and Berlin Institute of Health, Berlin, Germany, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Kyoto University, Kyoto, Japan
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Clinical Outcomes in Early Cervical Cancer Patients Treated with Nerve Plane-sparing Laparoscopic Radical Hysterectomy. J Minim Invasive Gynecol 2019; 27:687-696. [PMID: 31075445 DOI: 10.1016/j.jmig.2019.04.025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/26/2019] [Revised: 04/25/2019] [Accepted: 04/26/2019] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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STUDY OBJECTIVE To explore the feasibility of nerve plane-sparing laparoscopic radical hysterectomy (NPS-LRH) as a simplified C1-type surgery for cervical cancer patients and to compare this technique with laparoscopic radical hysterectomy (LRH). DESIGN A retrospective comparative study. SETTING An academic tertiary hospital affiliated with the Chinese National Cancer Center. PATIENTS Six hundred fifteen patients with Fédération Internationale de Gynécologie et d'Obstétrique stage Ib and IIa cervical cancer who underwent laparoscopic radical hysterectomy between January 2010 and December 2017 were enrolled. Among them, 263 patients underwent the NPS-LRH surgery, and 352 patients underwent the LRH surgery. Intraoperative data and postoperative outcomes were compared between the 2 groups. INTERVENTIONS NPS-LRH is a simplified type C1 procedure that preserves the ureteral mesentery and its nerve plane, whereas LRH is a type C2 procedure in the Querleu-Morrow surgical classification system. MEASUREMENTS AND MAIN RESULTS There were no statistically significant differences in age, body mass index, Fédération Internationale de Gynécologie et d'Obstétrique stage, tumor differentiation, pathological type, depth of invasion, lymphovascular space invasion, parametrial tissue invasion, lymphatic metastasis, neoadjuvant chemotherapy, or postoperative adjuvant radiotherapy and chemotherapy between the 2 groups. Compared with the LRH group, the NPS-LRH group had a shorter length of operation (238.7 ± 53.9 minutes vs 259.8 ± 56.6 minutes, p < .01), less intraoperative bleeding (p < .01), more resected lymph nodes (p = .028), shorter duration of urinary catheterization (p < .01), lower incidences of postoperative hydronephrosis (p = .044), less long-term frequent urination (p < .01), less acute urinary incontinence (p < .01), poor bladder sensation (p = .028), and constipation (p = .029). There were no statistically significant differences in the disease-free survival and overall survival between the 2 groups (p = .769 and .973, respectively). CONCLUSION NPS-LRH is a simplified, safe, and feasible type C1 operation that had a shorter length of operation, less intraoperative bleeding, more resected lymph nodes, and better postoperative bladder function compared with the LRH group. Further studies are required to assess its benefits on rectal function and long-term prognosis.
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Gaballa K, Denewer A, Khater A, Gallotta V, Conte C, Federico A, Elfeki H, Scambia G. Feasibility of early postoperative bladder catheter removal without prior bladder-training exercises after laparoscopic nerve sparing radical hysterectomy. J OBSTET GYNAECOL 2019; 39:788-792. [DOI: 10.1080/01443615.2019.1584883] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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- Khaled Gaballa
- Surgical Oncology, Oncology Center Mansoura University, Mansoura, Egypt
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- Surgical Oncology, Oncology Center Mansoura University, Mansoura, Egypt
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- Surgical Oncology, Oncology Center Mansoura University, Mansoura, Egypt
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Gynecologic Oncology, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Gynecologic Oncology, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Gynecologic Oncology, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- General Surgery Department, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Gynecologic Oncology, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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Li P, Duan H, Wang J, Gong S, Su G, Li J, Tang L, Zhang Y, Fan H, Liu P, Chen C. Neurovascular and lymphatic vessels distribution in uterine ligaments based on a 3D reconstruction of histological study: to determine the optimal plane for nerve-sparing radical hysterectomy. Arch Gynecol Obstet 2019; 299:1459-1465. [PMID: 30874947 DOI: 10.1007/s00404-019-05108-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2018] [Accepted: 03/04/2019] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To present the distribution of neurovascular and lymphatic vessels in uterine ligaments using 3D models based on the pathological staining of serial 2D sections of postoperative specimens. METHODS Serial transverse sections of fresh uterine ligaments from a patient with stage IB1 cervical squamous cell carcinoma were studied using the computer-assisted anatomic dissection (CAAD) technique. The sections were stained with hematoxylin and eosin, Weigert elastic fibers, D2-40 and immunostainings (sheep anti-tyrosine hydroxylase and rabbit anti-vasoactive intestinal peptide). The sections were then digitalized, registered and reconstructed three-dimensionally. Then, the 3D models were analyzed and measured. RESULTS The 3D models of the neurovascular and lymphatic vessels in uterine ligaments were created, depicting their precise location and distribution. The vessels were primarily located in the upper part of the ligaments model, while the pelvic autonomic nerves were primarily in the lower part; the lymphatic vessels were scattered in the uterine ligaments, without obvious regularity. CONCLUSION CAAD is an effective anatomical method to study the precise distribution of neurovascular and lymphatic vessels in uterine ligaments. It can present detailed anatomical information about female pelvic autonomic innervation and the spatial relationship between nerves and vessels and may provide a better understanding of nerve-sparing radical hysterectomy.
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- Pengfei Li
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, No. 1838, Guangzhou Avenue, Guangzhou, 510515, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, No. 1838, Guangzhou Avenue, Guangzhou, 510515, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, No. 1838, Guangzhou Avenue, Guangzhou, 510515, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, No. 1838, Guangzhou Avenue, Guangzhou, 510515, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, No. 1838, Guangzhou Avenue, Guangzhou, 510515, China
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- Department of Anatomy, Guangdong Province Key Laboratory of Medical Biomechanics, School of Basic Medicine Science, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Anatomy, Guangdong Province Key Laboratory of Medical Biomechanics, School of Basic Medicine Science, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Pathology, Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, No. 1838, Guangzhou Avenue, Guangzhou, 510515, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, No. 1838, Guangzhou Avenue, Guangzhou, 510515, China.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, No. 1838, Guangzhou Avenue, Guangzhou, 510515, China.
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Yin S, Ma SN, Zhang YQ, Shi TY, Xiang LB, Ren YL, Zang RY. Surgical and oncological outcomes of an improved nerve-sparing radical hysterectomy technique: 6 years of experience at two centres. Surg Oncol 2018; 27:380-386. [DOI: 10.1016/j.suronc.2018.05.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/27/2018] [Revised: 05/03/2018] [Accepted: 05/10/2018] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Gallotta V, Conte C, Federico A, Vizzielli G, Gueli Alletti S, Tortorella L, Pedone Anchora L, Cosentino F, Chiantera V, Fagotti A, D'Indinosante M, Pelligra S, Scambia G, Ferrandina G. Robotic versus laparoscopic radical hysterectomy in early cervical cancer: A case matched control study. EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF SURGICAL ONCOLOGY 2018; 44:754-759. [PMID: 29422253 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejso.2018.01.092] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/18/2017] [Revised: 01/06/2018] [Accepted: 01/16/2018] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND This study aims at evaluating the feasibility, surgical outcome and oncological results observed after robotic radical hysterectomy (RH) compared to laparoscopy for patients with early stage cervical cancer (ECC) patients. METHODS Between January 2010 and October 2016, 210 patients underwent RH for treatment of ECC: 70 underwent robotic approach (Cases), and 140 underwent laparoscopic approach (Controls). RESULTS There was no statistically significant difference between the two approaches with regard to clinical patient characteristics and in terms of extent of RH and rate of pelvic and aortic lymphadenectomy. Operative time was significantly longer in the robotic versus laparoscopic group (median = 243 min, range 90-612 versus median = 210 min, range 80-660; p value = 0.008). Conversion to laparotomy was necessary in 4 patients (1.9%) in the whole series. No difference was found in terms of intraoperative and postoperative complications between the two groups. Overall, during the observation period, 34 (16.2%) patients experienced any grade postoperative complications, and 21 (10.0%) had >G2 complications. The 3-yr DFS was 88.0% versus 84.0% in robotic and laparoscopic group, respectively (p value = 0.866). Central and/or lateral pelvic disease represented the most common site of relapse. The 3-yr OS was 90.8% in patients underwent robotic RH versus 94.0% in patients underwent laparoscopic RH (p value = 0.924). CONCLUSIONS The present study shows the equivalence of robotic and laparoscopic approaches to radical surgery of ECC patients, in terms of perioperative and postoperative outcomes with equivalent survival figures, and thus the choice of approach can be tailored to the choice of patient and surgeon.
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- Valerio Gallotta
- Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Fondazione "Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli", Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy.
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- Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Fondazione "Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli", Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Fondazione "Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli", Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Fondazione "Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli", Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Fondazione "Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli", Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Fondazione "Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli", Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Fondazione "Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli", Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Fondazione "Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli", Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Division of Gynecologic Oncology, University of Palermo, Palermo, Italy
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- Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Fondazione "Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli", Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Fondazione "Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli", Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Fondazione "Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli", Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Women's and Children's Health, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Molise, Campobasso, Italy
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An improved nerve-sparing radical hysterectomy technique for cervical cancer using the paravesico-vaginal space as a new surgical landmark. Oncotarget 2017; 8:90413-90420. [PMID: 29163840 PMCID: PMC5685761 DOI: 10.18632/oncotarget.19011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/11/2017] [Accepted: 06/16/2017] [Indexed: 12/01/2022] Open
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Bladder dysfunction remains a major postoperative challenge for early stage cervical cancer patients. The present prospective phase 2 trial in patients with stage IB1 and IIA1 cervical cancer follows up on our previous, unpublished work describing a new surgical landmark, the paravesico-vaginal space. We describe a novel nerve-sparing radical hysterectomy (NSRH) approach to treat early stage cervical cancer without compromising local control rate or survival. Between September 2015 and August 2016, 49 patients were enrolled to receive NSRH. The bladder catheter was routinely removed on postoperative day 4. The primary endpoints were rate of postvoid residual urine volume (PVR) ≤ 50 ml and proportion of patients with successful catheter removal (ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT02562729). Anatomically, from ventral to dorsal, the terminal ureter, deep uterine vein, and cardinal ligament were the three markers of the paravesico-vaginal space. The median operative time was 100 min, and the median blood loss was 200 ml. Thirty-four patients (69.4%) had successful catheter removal on postoperative day 4, and 17 patients (34.7%) had a PVR ≤ 50 ml. Our results suggest that by accessing the paravesico-vaginal space landmark, the bladder branch of the inferior hypogastric plexus can be completely preserved, contributing to greater NSRH efficiency without compromising outcomes for patients with early stage cervical cancer.
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Kyo S, Kato T, Nakayama K. Current concepts and practical techniques of nerve-sparing laparoscopic radical hysterectomy. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol 2016; 207:80-88. [PMID: 27825032 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejogrb.2016.10.033] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2016] [Revised: 09/29/2016] [Accepted: 10/21/2016] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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Laparoscopic radical hysterectomy has been widely performed for patients with early-stage cervical cancer. The operative techniques for nerve-sparing to avoid bladder dysfunction have been established during the past three decades in abdominal radical hysterectomy, but how these techniques can be applied to laparoscopic surgery has not been fully discussed. Prolonged operation time or decreased radicality due to less accessibility via a limited number of trocars may be a disadvantage of the laparoscopic approach, but the magnified visual field in laparoscopy may enable fine manipulation, especially for preserving autonomic nerve tracts. The present review article introduces the practical techniques for sparing bladder branches of pelvic nerves in laparoscopic radical hysterectomy based on understanding of the pelvic anatomy, clearly focusing on the differences from the techniques in abdominal hysterectomy.
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- Satoru Kyo
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Shimane University Faculty of Medicine, 89-1 Enyacho, Izumo, Shimane 693-8501, Japan.
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- Department of Gynecologic, National Cancer Center Hospital, 5-1-1 Tsukiji, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0045, Japan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Shimane University Faculty of Medicine, 89-1 Enyacho, Izumo, Shimane 693-8501, Japan
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Balaya V, Ngo C, Rossi L, Cornou C, Bensaid C, Douard R, Bats A, Lecuru F. Bases anatomiques et principe du nerve-sparing au cours de l’hystérectomie radicale pour cancer du col utérin. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2016; 44:517-25. [DOI: 10.1016/j.gyobfe.2016.07.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/07/2016] [Accepted: 07/17/2016] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Cavitron Ultrasonic Surgical Aspirator in Laparoscopic Nerve-Sparing Radical Hysterectomy: A Pilot Study. Int J Gynecol Cancer 2016; 26:594-9. [PMID: 26807637 PMCID: PMC4767107 DOI: 10.1097/igc.0000000000000628] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/09/2023] Open
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Objective Pelvic autonomic nerve preservation during radical hysterectomy for cervical cancer has become a priority in recent years. This pilot study was undertaken to evaluate laparoscopic nerve-sparing radical hysterectomy (L-NSRH) using the Cavitron Ultrasonic Surgical Aspirator (CUSA) in women with cervical cancer. Methods Patients with stage IB1 or IIA1 cervical cancer underwent L-NSRH with pelvic lymphadenectomy. The patients were randomly assigned to receive L-NSRH using a CUSA (CUSA group; n = 24) or using other techniques (non-CUSA group; n = 21). Recovery of bladder function (indwelling catheter time and time to spontaneous voiding) blood loss, duration of hospital stay, lymph node harvesting, and postoperative complications were compared between the 2 groups. Patients were followed for up to 3 years to determine the maintenance of effect. Results All patients underwent L-NSRH successfully. Intraoperative blood loss was significantly less in the CUSA than in the non-CUSA group (P = 0.005). Length of hospital stay (P = 0.006) and indwelling catheter time (P = 0.008) were both significantly reduced in the CUSA group compared with that in the non-CUSA group. The spontaneous voiding rate 10 days postoperatively was 95.8% with CUSA and 85.7% with non-CUSA techniques. Two patients developed postoperative complications in the CUSA group as did 3 patients in the non-CUSA group. These were cases of lymphocyst formation or urinary tract infection. Conclusions Laparoscopic nerve-sparing radical hysterectomy using CUSA was safe and feasible in patients with cervical cancer. Our results provide initial evidence that L-NSRH using CUSA preserves pelvic autonomic nerve function.
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Aoun F, Albisinni S, Peltier A, Maoula A, van Velthoven R, Roumeguère T. [Lower urinary tract dysfunction following nerve sparing radical hysterectomy: A systematic review]. Prog Urol 2015; 26:S1166-7087(15)00690-9. [PMID: 26776826 DOI: 10.1016/j.purol.2015.10.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/20/2015] [Revised: 10/07/2015] [Accepted: 10/16/2015] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Radical hysterectomy represents the cornerstone in the management of localized cervical cancer. Despite its oncologic efficacy, radical hysterectomy is associated with a significant amount of complications and a negative impact on quality of life. Surgical technique seems to influence the functional outcomes. AIM OF THE STUDY A systematic review to provide an update on the lower urinary tract dysfunction following nerve sparing radical hysterectomy. METHODS An initial search was carried out to identify articles for further review, using Cochrane reviews and PubMed and Embase databases. The search terms used were: "nerve sparing" and "cervical cancer" or "radical hysterectomy". The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses process for reporting included and excluded studies was followed, with the recommended flowchart showing the numbers of papers identified and included or excluded at each stage. RESULTS Twenty-nine clinical studies were included. The absence of a standardized surgical technique for nerve sparing radical hysterectomy and the poor methodological quality of the studies assessing lower urinary tract dysfunction after such intervention limited clear conclusions. However, all studies reported lower incidence of urinary tract dysfunction, urodynamic abnormalities and clean intermittent catheterization following nerve sparing radical hysterectomy compared to conventional technique. CONCLUSION Nerve sparing radical hysterectomy is associated with reduced lower urinary tract dysfunction. A standardization of the surgical technique for nerve sparing radical hysterectomy, tailored to each individual is necessary to allow its wide spread diffusion.
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- Service d'urologie, institut Jules Bordet, université Libre de Bruxelles, 1, rue Héger-Bordet, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgique.
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- Service d'urologie, institut Jules Bordet, université Libre de Bruxelles, 1, rue Héger-Bordet, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgique
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- Service d'urologie, institut Jules Bordet, université Libre de Bruxelles, 1, rue Héger-Bordet, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgique
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- Service d'urologie, institut Jules Bordet, université Libre de Bruxelles, 1, rue Héger-Bordet, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgique
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- Service d'urologie, institut Jules Bordet, université Libre de Bruxelles, 1, rue Héger-Bordet, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgique
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- Service d'urologie, université Libre de Bruxelles, hôpital Erasme, cliniques universitaires de Bruxelles, Bruxelles, Belgique
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Kanao H, Fujiwara K, Ebisawa K, Hada T, Ota Y, Andou M. Total laparoscopic nerve-sparing radical parametrectomy for occult early-stage cervical cancer: surgical technique and postoperative bladder function. Gynecol Obstet Invest 2015; 80:128-33. [PMID: 25924724 DOI: 10.1159/000381545] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/08/2014] [Accepted: 03/10/2015] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Surgery and radiotherapy are both regarded as standard treatments for occult cervical cancers. Surgery has several theoretical advantages over radiotherapy; therefore, such cancers, especially in their early stages, are commonly treated with radical parametrectomy. However, postoperative bladder dysfunction is an important potential complication of this type of surgery. This is a case report of total laparoscopic nerve-sparing radical parametrectomy for an occult cervical cancer using our original surgical concept based on detailed anatomical investigation of pelvic nerve networks in a fresh cadaver. We evaluated the validity of our nerve-sparing technique by assessing postoperative bladder function using urodynamic studies.
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- Hiroyuki Kanao
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Kurashiki Medical Center, Kurashiki, Japan
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Aoun F, van Velthoven R. Lower urinary tract dysfunction after nerve-sparing radical hysterectomy. Int Urogynecol J 2014; 26:947-57. [PMID: 25432634 DOI: 10.1007/s00192-014-2574-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2014] [Accepted: 11/04/2014] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS The aim of this review is to provide a comprehensive overview of the current role of nerve-sparing radical hysterectomy (NSRH) in reducing the incidence of postoperative lower urinary tract dysfunction (LUTD) and in improving quality of life. METHODS A detailed online search was performed using the following keywords: nerve sparing, radical hysterectomy, cervical cancer, and all these terms in combination with urinary dysfunction or bladder dysfunction in order to analyze the effect of NSRH on urinary functional outcomes. Articles retrieved were analyzed and assigned a level of evidence (LE) according to the criteria of the Centre for Evidence-Based Medicine in Oxford, UK. RESULTS Our review highlights the heterogeneity of conducting and reporting studies in the literature. Autonomic pelvic nerve injuries during the procedure are thought to be the major cause of LUTD. The amount of LUTD depends upon the extent and type of nerve injury. Anatomically based surgical techniques are developed to avoid nerve injury without compromising oncological control. All studies comparing NSRH to standard RH yielded promising results with respect to postoperative LUTD. A recent meta-analysis showed similar cancer control rates between the two techniques. However, controversies remain about the ideal surgical approach for nerve sparing and there is no consensus as to the level and landmarks of dissection to preserve the maximal amount of nerves without compromising oncological outcomes. CONCLUSIONS Available evidence suggests that NSRH is safe and associated with lower incidence of LUTD. However, there is no standardized technique for NSRH and controversies remain about its oncological safety. Long-term oncological data from multicenter surgical trials are needed as well as a universally accepted standard to report studies on NSRH.
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- Fouad Aoun
- Urology Department, Jules Bordet Institute, 1 Héger Bordet Street, 1000, Brussels, Belgium,
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Jarvis TR, Xie D, Chi DS, Temple LK, Boland PJ, Sandhu JS. Voiding Dysfunction After Non-genitourinary Radical Pelvic Surgery. CURRENT BLADDER DYSFUNCTION REPORTS 2014. [DOI: 10.1007/s11884-014-0253-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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Kanao H, Fujiwara K, Ebisawa K, Hada T, Ota Y, Andou M. Various types of total laparoscopic nerve-sparing radical hysterectomies and their effects on bladder function. J Gynecol Oncol 2014; 25:198-205. [PMID: 25045432 PMCID: PMC4102738 DOI: 10.3802/jgo.2014.25.3.198] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/25/2014] [Revised: 02/25/2014] [Accepted: 03/09/2014] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE This study was conducted to ascertain the correlation between preserved pelvic nerve networks and bladder function after laparoscopic nerve-sparing radical hysterectomy. METHODS Between 2009 and 2011, 53 patients underwent total laparoscopic radical hysterectomies. They were categorized into groups A, B, and C based on the status of preserved pelvic nerve networks: complete preservation of the pelvic nerve plexus (group A, 27 cases); partial preservation (group B, 13 cases); and complete sacrifice (group C, 13 cases). To evaluate bladder function, urodynamic studies were conducted preoperatively and postoperatively at 1, 3, 6, and 12 months after surgery. RESULTS No significant difference in sensory function was found between groups A and B. However, the sensory function of group C was significantly lower than that of the other groups. Group A had significantly better motor function than groups B and C. No significant difference in motor function was found between groups B and C. Results showed that the sensory nerve is distributed predominantly at the dorsal half of the pelvic nerve networks, but the motor nerve is predominantly distributed at the ventral half. CONCLUSION Various types of total laparoscopic nerve-sparing radical hysterectomies can be tailored to patients with cervical carcinomas.
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- Hiroyuki Kanao
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Kurashiki Medical Center, Kurashiki, Japan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Kurashiki Medical Center, Kurashiki, Japan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Kurashiki Medical Center, Kurashiki, Japan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Kurashiki Medical Center, Kurashiki, Japan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Kurashiki Medical Center, Kurashiki, Japan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Kurashiki Medical Center, Kurashiki, Japan
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Nerve-Sparing Versus Conventional Laparoscopic Radical Hysterectomy: A Minimum 12 Months’ Follow-up Study. Int J Gynecol Cancer 2014; 24:787-93. [PMID: 24552894 DOI: 10.1097/igc.0000000000000110] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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ObjectiveThe objective of this study was to determinate whether the introduction of nerve-sparing (NS) procedure influences surgical and survival outcomes of cervical cancer patients undergoing laparoscopic radical hysterectomy (LRH).MethodsData of consecutive patients undergoing minimally invasive radical with or without NS surgery for cervical cancer were enrolled in the study.ResultsSixty-three patients (66%) who had LRH were compared with 33 women (34%) undergoing NS-LRH. Among the NS group, 19 patients (57.6%) had surgery via minilaparoscopy (using 3-mm instruments). Baseline characteristics were similar between groups. Patients undergoing NS-LRH had shorter operative time (210 vs 257 minutes; P = 0.005) and higher number of pelvic lymph nodes yielded (29 [26–38] vs 22 [8–49]; P < 0.001) than patient in the control group. No differences in blood loss, complications, and parametrial width were observed. Patients were catheterized with an indwelling Foley catheter for a median of 3.5 days (2–7 days) and 5.5 days (4–7 days) in NS and non-NS groups, respectively (P = 0.01). Voiding dysfunctions occurred in 1 patient (3%) and 12 patients (19%) who underwent NS-LRH and standard LRH, respectively (P = 0.03). No differences in 3-year disease-free survival (P = 0.72) and overall survival (P = 0.71) were recorded.ConclusionsThe beneficial effects (in terms of operative time and number of nodes harvested) of NS-LRH are likely determined by the expertise of the surgeon because NS approach was introduced after having acquired adequate background in conventional LRH. Our data show that in experienced hands NS-LRH is safe and feasible. Moreover, NS technique reduces catheterization time and the rate of postoperative urinary dysfunction.
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Gallotta V, Fanfani F, Scambia G. Minilaparoscopic nerve sparing radical hysterectomy in locally advanced cervical cancer after neoadjuvant radiochemotherapy. Gynecol Oncol 2014; 132:758-9. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ygyno.2013.11.031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/04/2013] [Revised: 11/23/2013] [Accepted: 11/26/2013] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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Gil-Ibáñez B, Díaz-Feijoo B, Pérez-Benavente A, Puig-Puig O, Franco-Camps S, Centeno C, Xercavins J, Gil-Moreno A. Nerve sparing technique in robotic-assisted radical hysterectomy: results. Int J Med Robot 2013; 9:339-44. [DOI: 10.1002/rcs.1480] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/27/2012] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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- Blanca Gil-Ibáñez
- Unit of Gynecologic Oncology, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hospital Materno-Infantil Vall d'Hebron; Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona; Barcelona Spain
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- Unit of Gynecologic Oncology, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hospital Materno-Infantil Vall d'Hebron; Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona; Barcelona Spain
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- Unit of Gynecologic Oncology, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hospital Materno-Infantil Vall d'Hebron; Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona; Barcelona Spain
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- Unit of Gynecologic Oncology, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hospital Materno-Infantil Vall d'Hebron; Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona; Barcelona Spain
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- Unit of Gynecologic Oncology, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hospital Materno-Infantil Vall d'Hebron; Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona; Barcelona Spain
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- Unit of Gynecologic Oncology, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hospital Materno-Infantil Vall d'Hebron; Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona; Barcelona Spain
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- Unit of Gynecologic Oncology, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hospital Materno-Infantil Vall d'Hebron; Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona; Barcelona Spain
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- Unit of Gynecologic Oncology, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hospital Materno-Infantil Vall d'Hebron; Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona; Barcelona Spain
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Nobbenhuis MAE, Balasubramani L, Kolomainen DF, Barton DPJ. Surgical management and follow-up of patients with cervical cancer: Survey of gynaecological oncologists in the UK. J OBSTET GYNAECOL 2012; 32:576-9. [DOI: 10.3109/01443615.2012.694510] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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A model for prediction of parametrial involvement and feasibility of less radical resection of parametrium in patients with FIGO stage IB1 cervical cancer. Gynecol Oncol 2012; 126:82-6. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ygyno.2012.04.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 41] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2012] [Revised: 04/10/2012] [Accepted: 04/11/2012] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Magrina JF, Magtibay PM. Robotic nerve-sparing radical parametrectomy: feasibility and technique. Int J Med Robot 2012; 8:206-9. [PMID: 22374890 DOI: 10.1002/rcs.454] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/08/2011] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
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- Javier F. Magrina
- Department of Medical and Surgical Gynecology; Mayo Clinic in Arizona; Phoenix AZ USA
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Gynecology; Mayo Clinic in Arizona; Phoenix AZ USA
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Clinical observation on the acupuncture treatment in patients with urinary retention after radical hysterectomy. Chin J Integr Med 2011; 17:860-3. [PMID: 21809126 DOI: 10.1007/s11655-011-0800-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2010] [Indexed: 10/17/2022]
Abstract
OBJECTIVE To observe the acupuncture therapy effect on the urinary retention after radical: hysterectomy. METHODS METHODS: Eighty cases of urinary retention after radical hysterectomy were randomly assigned to: the treatment group and control group according to the random number table method, 40 cases in each group. From the 15th day post operation, the patients in the two groups started to be treated and 7 days as a course with 5 days treatment and 2 days interval. The treatment group applied acupuncture with modalities of common needling on Zusanli (ST36) bilaterally, electroacupuncture on Sanyinjiao (SP6), Shuidao (ST28), and Scalp Reproduction Area bilaterally, moxibustion on Shenque (CV8). The control group applied acupoint injection with vitamin B B12 12, and Sanyinjiao and Zusanli were selected. Take turns on both sides. The courses for the recovery, of bladder function and residual urine volume for those who had voluntary micturition more than 200 mL after the first and second course of treatment were compared between the two groups. RESULTS Within 1 course and 2: courses of treatment, the patients with bladder function recovery in the treatment group were 21 (21/40) and 36 (36/40), and those in the control group were 12 (12/40) and 29 (29/40), both with a significant difference (P<0.05). After the first course and second course, residual urine volume for those who had voluntary micturition more than 200 mL in the treatment group was 91.7 ± 17.5 mL and 93.5 ± 15.5 mL, in the control group 102.4 ± 13.7 mL and 102.5 ± 15.7 mL, both with a significant difference (P<0.05). CONCLUSIONS Combination of acupuncture: modalities was better than acupoint injection for the recovery of bladder function in urinary retention after radical hysterectomy. It would shorten the course of treatment and get a better recovery, decrease urinary retention cases of refractoriness, and extending the treatment could raise the healing rate of urinary retention.
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Kavallaris A, Dafopoulos A. Response to the letter entitled “Bladder function after laparoscopic nerve-sparing radical hysterectomy”, by Dr. F. Plotti et al. Gynecol Oncol 2011. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ygyno.2010.10.026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Plotti F, Zullo MA, Montera R, Angioli R, Pierluigi BP. Bladder function after laparoscopic nerve-sparing radical hysterectomy. Gynecol Oncol 2010; 120:315; author reply 315-6. [PMID: 21129769 DOI: 10.1016/j.ygyno.2010.10.027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2010] [Accepted: 10/20/2010] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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