Enterocele as a consequence of laparoscopic resection of deeply infiltrating endometriosis

Van Rompaey B, B. Van Rompaey, J A Deprest, Jan Deprest, Koninckx PR, Philippe R. Koninckx, P R Koninckx
The Journal of the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists · 1996 · vol. 4(1) , pp. 73–75 · doi:10.1016/s1074-3804(96)80113-7 · PMID:9050716 · W2055245191
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This paper investigates enterocele development following laparoscopic surgery for deeply infiltrating endometriosis.

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Abstract

Laparoscopic excision of deeply infiltrating endometriosis in the cul-de-sac or the rectovaginal septum by means of electrosurgery or laser is performed frequently. Little is known about the long-term results or complications of this surgery. We suggest that enterocele could be a complication of the procedure. A patient developed a large enterocele 3 years after a laparoscopic excision of a deep endometriotic nodule with resection of the uterosacral ligaments. We question whether routine preventive measures should not be taken after excision of a deep endometriotic nodule from the rectovaginal septum.

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endometriosis

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Douglas' Pouch Endometriosis Laparoscopy Adult Endometriosis Female Hernia Hernia Humans Laparoscopy Peritoneal Diseases Peritoneal Diseases

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