Describing Sacrocolpopexy in Medical Literature: A Proposed Surgical Classification System.

Background: Sacrocolpopexy has become a favored treatment of pelvic organ prolapse due to its durability and efficacy. Sacrocolpopexy has not been standardized and there is no categorization scheme to facilitate communication or research efforts for the procedure. A systematic review was conducted to facilitate construction of a classification system for sacrocolpopexy based on extent of vaginal dissection described in the medical literature.

Renal Hilum Injury with Veress Needle.

Introduction: Since the advent of laparoscopy, the ideal first-port entry technique has not yet been determined. Use of the Veress needle at Palmer's point, although safe in practice under skilled physicians, is not without risk of complications.

Case Description: A female patient with prior abdominal surgeries underwent a laparoscopic surgery for a nonmalignant indication.