Use of the CEEA Stapler to Avoid Ultra-Low Segmental Resection of a Full-Thickness Rectal Endometriotic Nodule

S J Gordon, Gordon SJ, Simon Gordon, Peter Maher, P J Maher, Maher PJ, Woods R, R. Woods
The Journal of the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists · 2001 · vol. 8(2) , pp. 312–316 · doi:10.1016/s1074-3804(05)60598-1 · PMID:11342745 · W1972599428
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This case report describes the successful use of a CEEA stapler to achieve complete resection of a full-thickness rectal endometriotic nodule, avoiding the need for ultra-low anterior resection.

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A woman with a history of numerous surgical episodes for treatment of aggressive endometriosis experienced rectal symptoms. She was prepared for the possibility of laparotomy with or without colostomy to relieve her symptoms. After extensive laparoscopic dissection of the rectovaginal septum, a circular stapling device (Premium Plus CEEA; Autosuture, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia) was used to excise completely an anterior rectal lesion that otherwise would have resulted in ultra-low rectal resection and anastomosis. Morbidity associated with the latter procedure was avoided; the patient was discharged within 72 hours and experienced no early or late complications. Postoperative barium enema was obviated by rapid return to normal bowel habits and complete resolution of dyschezia and dyspareunia.

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endometriosis

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Endometriosis Rectal Diseases Rectum Surgical Stapling Surgical Stapling Adult Endometriosis Endometriosis Equipment Design Female Humans Laparoscopy Rectal Diseases Rectal Diseases Rectum

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