Dosimetric assessment of an air‐filled balloon applicator in HDR vaginal cuff brachytherapy using the Monte Carlo method
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DOI: 10.1002/acm2.12298
Abstract: Abstract Purpose As an alternative to cylindrical applicators, air‐inflated balloon applicators have been introduced into high‐dose‐rate (HDR) vaginal cuff brachytherapy to achieve sufficient dose to the vagina mucosa as well as to spare organs at… read more here.
Keywords: balloon applicator; cuff brachytherapy; vaginal cuff; air ... See more keywords
Robotic-assisted vesicovaginal fistula repair using a vaginal cuff flap
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DOI: 10.1007/s00192-022-05144-2
Abstract: Vesicovaginal fistula (VVF) is an abnormal communication between the bladder and the vagina. Complex fistulae include those after failed repair attempts, radiotherapy, measuring ≥ 2 cm, located in the trigone, or with concomitant ureteric strictures… read more here.
Keywords: vaginal cuff; repair; cuff flap; fistula ... See more keywords
Incidence of and risk factors for vaginal cuff dehiscence following total laparoscopic hysterectomy: a monocentric hospital analysis
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DOI: 10.1007/s00404-021-06064-0
Abstract: Vaginal cuff dehiscence (VCD) is one of the major surgical complications following hysterectomy with data on incidence rates varying largely and studies assessing risk factors being sparse with contradictive results. The aim of this study… read more here.
Keywords: incidence; risk; vaginal cuff; risk factors ... See more keywords
Consensus and recommendations on vaginal-cuff Brachytherapy of the Spanish Brachytherapy Groups of SEOR and SEFM
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DOI: 10.1007/s12094-020-02510-8
Abstract: On October 5, 2018, a meeting of the Spanish Society of Radiation Oncology (SEOR) Brachytherapy Group was held, in collaboration with the Spanish Society of Medical Physics (SEFM), with the aim of preparing a consensus… read more here.
Keywords: cuff brachytherapy; consensus; survey; vaginal cuff ... See more keywords
A case of laparoscopy-assisted vaginal cuff suturing for vaginal cuff dehiscence after total laparoscopic hysterectomy
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2017.10.024
Abstract: Highlights • Laparoscopy is useful for the observation and treatment of vaginal cuff dehiscence.• This case highlights the merits of both laparoscopy and transvaginal cuff suturing.• Peritonitis and abdominal adhesion must be considered in vaginal… read more here.
Keywords: vaginal cuff; cuff suturing; case; cuff ... See more keywords
Pneumomediastinum from vaginal cuff dehiscence four months after laparoscopic-assisted vaginal hysterectomy: A case report
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2017.10.035
Abstract: Highlights • Vaginal cuff dehiscence is a rare post-operative complication after hysterectomy.• We report an unusual and delayed vaginal cuff dehiscence four months after laparoscopic-assisted vaginal hysterectomy.• We recommend counseling patients risk of vaginal cuff… read more here.
Keywords: dehiscence four; vaginal cuff; hysterectomy; cuff dehiscence ... See more keywords
Roadmap to Safe Vaginal Cuff Revision for Endometriosis
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jmig.2019.09.756
Abstract: Video Objective This video describes a systematic stepwise approach for vaginal cuff revision associated with vaginal cuff endometriosis and rectovaginal disease. Setting 39 year-old presented with persistent cyclic vaginal bleeding, pelvic pain and deep dyspareunia… read more here.
Keywords: endometriosis; cuff revision; vaginal cuff; cuff ... See more keywords
The Risk of Vaginal Cuff Dehiscence with Different Suture Types Following Endoscopic Hysterectomy
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jmig.2020.08.055
Abstract: Study Objective To evaluate the rate of vaginal cuff dehiscence (VCD) after endoscopic hysterectomy using absorbable vs delayed absorbable suture. Design Retrospective cohort study. Setting Academic center, Mayo Clinic Phoenix, Arizona. Patients or Participants 586… read more here.
Keywords: endoscopic hysterectomy; suture; vaginal cuff; cuff dehiscence ... See more keywords
The Fundamentals of Laparoscopic Suturing (FLS) “Illusion of Validity” in Laparoscopic Vaginal Cuff Suturing. Is There Anything Better?
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jmig.2020.08.431
Abstract: Study Objective The “illusion of validity” is a cognitive bias in which the ability to interpret and predict surgical performance accurately is overestimated. To address this cognitive bias, and to determine the most representative task… read more here.
Keywords: cuff; illusion validity; vaginal cuff; cuff suturing ... See more keywords
Trends and Risk Factors for Vaginal Cuff Dehiscence after Laparoscopic Hysterectomy.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jmig.2020.09.005
Abstract: STUDY OBJECTIVE Primary: Assess effect of route of vaginal cuff closure on the incidence of vaginal cuff dehiscence (VCD) in laparoscopic hysterectomy. Secondary: Assess patient and surgical risk factors associated with VCD, rate of perioperative… read more here.
Keywords: laparoscopic; hysterectomy; cuff; closure ... See more keywords
Autonomous System for Vaginal Cuff Closure via Model-Based Planning and Markerless Tracking Techniques
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DOI: 10.1109/lra.2023.3273416
Abstract: Autonomous robotic suturing has the potential to improve surgical outcomes compared to manual operations due to better accuracy and consistency of suture placement. In this letter, we develop an autonomous system with model-based planning and… read more here.
Keywords: vaginal cuff; cuff closure; autonomous system; model based ... See more keywords