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Robotic-assisted excision of diffuse adenomyosis

Y. Youssef1, I. Alkatout2, J M. Ayoubi3, A. Feki4, G. Moawad5,6

1 Division of Minimally invasive Gynecology, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Maimonides Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY, USA, 11219
2 Kiel School of Gynecological Surgery, Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, University Hospitals Schleswig-Holstein, Campus Kiel, Kiel, Germany , 21405
3 Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Reproductive Medicine, Hopital Foch–Faculté de Médecine Paris, 92150 Suresnes, France
4 Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, HFR—Hòpital Fribourgeois, Chemin des Pensionnats 2-6, 1708 Fribourg, Switzerland
5 Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The George Washington University Hospital, Washington, DC 20037, USA
6 The Center for Endometriosis and Advanced Pelvic Surgery, Chevy Chase, MD, USA, 20815

Keywords:

Adenomyosis, robotic surgery, uterus-sparing surgery


Published online: Sep 30 2024

https://doi.org/10.52054/FVVO.16.3.034

Abstract

Background: Adenomyosis is a chronic, debilitating condition characterised by the presence of endometrial- like glands and stroma within the myometrium. While hysterectomy remains the definitive treatment, uterus- sparing surgeries may be a possible option for patients desiring to maintain fertility. Surgical management, along with medical treatment and/or Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART), can improve outcomes.

Objectives: To provide a step-by-step video demonstration of robotic-assisted excision of diffuse adenomyosis affecting the posterior uterine wall.

Materials and Methods: This video article describes the use of a robotic platform in conjunction with intracavitary indocyanine green (ICG) for the uterus-sparing excision of diffuse adenomyosis.

Main Outcome Measures: Perioperative data, specifics of the surgical approach, and both objective and subjective outcomes of this surgical approach.

Results: A 38-year-old nulligravid patient with a history of chronic pelvic pain and infertility underwent surgical management of adenomyosis following two unsuccessful IVF cycles. The excisional surgery resulted in minimal blood loss (60 ml) and the patient was discharged on the same day of surgery with no complications.

Conclusion: In select patients, robotic-assisted surgical management of diffuse adenomyosis can be advantageous. Leveraging the benefits of robotic technology, combined with appropriate surgical techniques, facilitates the performance of extensive surgeries with minimal morbidity and favourable outcomes.

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https://vimeo.com/944074262/207dcdc418