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ArticleArchives of gynecology and obstetrics2024

Total laparoscopic hysterectomy with posterior cul-de-sac obliteration: step-by-step procedures based on precise anatomical landmarks.

Yusuke Tanaka, Katsunori Kuratsune, Ayako Otsuka, Tomomi Ishii, Mariko Shiraishi, Yasuhiko Shiki

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Yusuke TanakaDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Osaka Rosai Hospital, 1179-3 Nagasone-cho, Kita-ku, Sakai, Osaka, Japan. ytanaka@osakah.johas.go.jp.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-3987-1589
Katsunori KuratsuneDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Osaka Rosai Hospital, 1179-3 Nagasone-cho, Kita-ku, Sakai, Osaka, Japan.
Ayako OtsukaDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Osaka Rosai Hospital, 1179-3 Nagasone-cho, Kita-ku, Sakai, Osaka, Japan.
Tomomi IshiiDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Osaka Rosai Hospital, 1179-3 Nagasone-cho, Kita-ku, Sakai, Osaka, Japan.
Mariko ShiraishiDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Osaka Rosai Hospital, 1179-3 Nagasone-cho, Kita-ku, Sakai, Osaka, Japan.
Yasuhiko ShikiDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Osaka Rosai Hospital, 1179-3 Nagasone-cho, Kita-ku, Sakai, Osaka, Japan.

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Abstract

backgroundDense adhesion due to severe endometriosis between the posterior cervical peritoneum and the anterior sigmoid or rectum obliterates the cul-de-sac and distorts normal anatomic landmarks. Surgery for endometriosis is associated with severe complications, including ureteral and rectal injuries, as well as voiding dysfunction. It is important to develop the retroperitoneal avascular space based on precise anatomical landmarks to minimize the risk of ureteral, rectal, and hypogastric nerve injuries. We herein report the anatomical highlights and standardized and reproducible surgical steps of total laparoscopic hysterectomy for posterior cul-de-sac obliteration. OPERATIVE TECHNIQUE: We approach the patient with posterior cul-de-sac obliteration using the following five steps. Step 1: Preparation (Mobilization of the sigmoid colon and bladder separation from the uterus). Step 2: Development of the lateral pararectal space and identification of the ureter. Step 3: Isolation of the ureter. Step 4: Development of the medial pararectal space and separation of the hypogastric nerve plane. Step 5: Reopening of the pouch of Douglas.

conclusionSurgeons should recognize the importance of developing the retroperitoneal avascular space based on precise anatomical landmarks, and each surgical step must be reproducible.

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Anatomic LandmarksDouglas' PouchEndometriosisHysterectomyLaparoscopyFemaleHumansRetroperitoneal SpaceTissue AdhesionsUreterCul-de-sac obliterationDeep endometriosisFrozen pelvisNerve sparingObliterated posterior cul-de-sacPararectal spacePouch of Douglas obliterationTotal laparoscopic hysterectomy

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