The ovarian endometrioma: why is it so poorly managed?: Laparoscopic treatment of large ovarian endometrioma: why such a long learning curve?

Michel Canis, M Canis, G Mage, Arnaud Wattiez, A Wattiez, J L Pouly, Jean Luc Pouly, M A Bruhat, M Bruhat
Human Reproduction · 2003 · vol. 18(1) , pp. 5–7 · doi:10.1093/humrep/deg012 · PMID:12525432 · W2064034209
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Despite laparoscopic management being established for over 15 years, half of UK ovarian endometriomas are still treated with laparotomy due to surgical training difficulties and the learning curve.

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Abstract

The laparoscopic management of ovarian endometrioma was reported more than 15 years ago. An anonymous survey conducted among gynaecologists in the UK showed that 50% of ovarian endometrioma are still managed by laparotomy. This surprising result is discussed emphasizing the difficulties of the learning curve, pitfalls in surgical training and mistakes of the pioneers. Endoscopic surgery will become the standard technique when all practising gynaecologic surgeons have been trained during their residency. The goal of the endoscopic surgeon should be to achieve adequate surgical treatment. Endoscopic surgery is not a technical gimmick used to avoid laparotomy and to attract patients.

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endometriosisendometrioma

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Education, Medical, Continuing Endometriosis Gynecologic Surgical Procedures Laparoscopy Learning Ovarian Diseases Endometriosis Female Gynecologic Surgical Procedures Humans Ovarian Diseases Time Factors

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