Learning curve for laparoendoscopic single-site radical hysterectomy using the “chopstick” technique: a retrospective cohort study

ABSTRACT:

Background

Laparoendoscopic single-site surgery (LESS), as a promising minimally invasive surgery, is confronted with the obstacle of the “chopstick effect” which limits its further application. The “chopstick” technique is characterized by the usage of instruments of parallel and equal length, and in operations relying on double-fulcrum and unique surgeon position can play a key role in overcoming the above disadvantage effect. This study sought to explore the learning curve for the use of the novel “chopstick” technique in laparoendoscopic single-site radical hysterectomy (LESS-RH) and evaluate the technique’s practicability.

Methods

Consecutive cervical cancer patients who underwent LESS-RH with the “chopstick” technique by a surgeon with rich experience in laparoscopy

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PROVIDER: S-EPMC9708472 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature