Laparoscopic segmental resection for infiltrating endometriosis of rectosigmoid colon: a preliminary report.

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Sixteen women with rectal wall endometriosis underwent laparoscopic segmental resection, demonstrating the procedure's safety and tolerability with no major complications.

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Abstract

The following is a description of the first series of laparoscopic partial proctectomies performed without a separate surgical incision. Sixteen women were treated for extensive endometriosis invading the rectal wall. This original series of patients tolerated the procedure well, with no major intraoperative or postoperative complications noted.

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endometriosis

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Endometriosis Laparoscopy Rectal Diseases Adult Endometriosis Female Humans Laparoscopy Rectal Diseases

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