The Feasibility of Practical Training in Minimally Invasive Surgery at Medical School-A Prospective Study on the Pelvitrainer.

: The acquisition of practical skills at medical school is an important part of the multidimensional education program of future physicians. However, medical schools throughout the world have been slow in incorporating practical skills in their curriculum. Therefore, the aims of the present prospective study were (a) to demonstrate the feasibility of such surgical training, (b) to objectify its benefit in medical education, and (c) to investigate the impact of such training on subsequent career choices.

Assessment of the New Acceleromyograph TOF 3D Compared with the Established TOF Watch SX: Bland-Altman Analysis of the Precision and Limits of Agreement between Both Devices-A Randomized Clinical Comparison.

The new acceleromyograph TOF 3D was compared with the established TOF Watch SX in patients undergoing elective laparoscopic gynecological surgery. Neuromuscular transmission was assessed by simultaneous recording with both devices. Measurements were performed simultaneously at the left and the right M.

The pelvitrainer for training in laparoscopic surgery - A prospective, multicenter, interdisciplinary study: Experimental research.

Background: Minimally invasive surgical procedures have a flat learning curve, especially in the initial period of a surgeon's training. Pelvitrainers enable the prospective surgeon to drill the surgical technique, including camera navigation, instrument manipulation, and the individual steps of the operation, on a model rather than a patient. Integrating the pelvitrainer into standardized surgical training programs is challenging, but would be essential to achieve optimum effects of long duration in surgical education.

Preclinical safety testing and initial experience of a morcellation bag with four sealable ports.

Electromechanical morcellation-so called power morcellation-is a minimally invasive approach to remove bulky lesions such as uterine fibroids. The spread of benign and malignant tissue due to morcellation is a major concern that might limit the use of laparoscopic interventions. We present an in vitro evaluation of the safety characteristics of a four-port endobag with closable trocar sleeves, and describe physical properties of the bag that may or may not allow passage through the hole.

Current Role of Hysterectomy in Pelvic Floor Surgery: Time for Reappraisal? A Review of Current Literature and Expert Discussion.

Since hysterectomy could be performed with low risk, it has been part of the standard of surgical prolapse therapy for decades. This has not been scrutinized for a long time. In this review, we describe the development of this issue in recent years.

Laparoscopic vaginal native tissue repair in combination with pectopexy. Sub-analysis from an international, prospective, and multi-centre study: short term results.

Introduction: The use of mesh for vaginal repairs is currently problematic and as a consequence, there is increased interest in native tissue repair. We describe the follow-up data of a sub-analysis of a prospective and multi-center study focusing on the combination of pectopexy and native tissue repair. Patients were followed up for 12-18 months after surgery (+ SD: 15).

Is there a benefit for adjuvant radio(chemo)therapy in early cervical cancer? Results from a population-based study.

Purpose: Due to insufficient and conflicting prospective evidence, the recommendations on when to apply adjuvant radiochemotherapy in early-stage cervical cancer vary between international guidelines. In this population-based study, we evaluated the outcome of patients with early-stage cervical cancer based on risk factors and the adjuvant therapy they received.

Methods: The effect of primary therapy (surgery and radiochemotherapy RCT, surgery and radiotherapy RT, and surgery alone) on overall survival (OS) and recurrence-free survival (RFS) was evaluated in the complete cohort of 442 patients and in subgroups according to risk profile and nodal status.

Prospective International Multicenter Pelvic Floor Study: Short-Term Follow-Up and Clinical Findings for Combined Pectopexy and Native Tissue Repair.

Unlabelled: Efforts to use traditional native tissue strategies and reduce the use of meshes have been made in several countries. Combining native tissue repair with sufficient mesh applied apical repair might provide a means of effective treatment. The study group did perform and publish a randomized trial focusing on the combination of traditional native tissue repair with pectopexy or sacrocolpopexy and observed no severe or hitherto unknown risks for patients (Noé G.

Depth of Neuromuscular Block Is Not Associated with Abdominal Wall Distention or Surgical Conditions during Gynecologic Laparoscopic Operations. A Prospective Trial.

The influence of the degree of a neuromuscular block (NMB) on surgical operating conditions during laparoscopic surgery is debated controversially. The extent of abdominal distension during the time course of the NMB was assessed as a new measurement tool. In 60 patients scheduled for gynecologic laparoscopic surgery, the increase of the abdominal wall length induced by the capnoperitoneum was measured at 5 degrees of the NMB: intense NMB-post-tetanic count (PTC) = 0; deep NMB-train-of-four count (TOF) = 0 and PTC = 1-5; medium NMB-PTC > 5 and TOF = 0-1; shallow NMB-TOF > 1; full recovery-train-of-four ratio TOFR > 90%.

Value of indocyanine green pelvic lymph node mapping in the surgical approach of cervical cancer.

Purpose: Lymph node metastasis is a significant predictive factor for disease recurrence and survival in cervical cancer patients and relevant for therapeutic strategies. We evaluated the clinical value of indocyanine green (ICG) by measuring the sensitivity and negative predictive value of sentinel lymph node mapping compared with the gold standard of complete lymphadenectomy in detecting lymph node metastases for cervical cancer.

Methods: We utilized the near-infrared imaging agent ICG to detect tumor-infested lymph nodes in the pelvis analogue to a classical sentinel lymph node procedure by analyzing data from 20 patients who had undergone surgery for cervical cancer at our institution.

Laparoscopic approaches to the retropubic space: three alternatives with anatomical considerations.

Introduction: Many urogynecological and surgical laparoscopic interventions require access to the retropubic space, also known as the space of Retzius. Especially in patients with a history of previous surgery in this area or in general in the lower abdomen, the preparation may be complicated by adhesions and scar tissue. The necessity to combine several laparoscopic procedures in one surgical session may require consideration of the most appropriate way to approach the retropubic space.

Prospective international multicenter pectopexy trial: Interim results and findings post surgery.

Unlabelled: The technique of laparoscopic pectopexy was published in 2010. A subsequent randomized trial focused on pectopexy versus sacropexy revealed no new risks for patients and significant advantages in terms of operating time and de novo defecation disorders compared to sacrocolpopexy. The present international multicenter trial was performed to evaluate the applicability of the technique in clinical routine.

Impact of nodal status and treatment strategy on overall survival in advanced stage cervical cancer.

Purpose: The lack of prognostic data impedes implementation of optimal therapy for cervical cancer. For instance, recommended therapy for FIGO IIB cervical cancer is radical hysterectomy or radiochemotherapy. To enlighten different therapeutic approaches, we investigated the benefit of individual therapies or combination thereof in patients with or without infested lymph nodes.

Laparoscopic anterior and posterior native tissue repair: a new pelvic floor approach.

Traditionally, a cystocele caused by a midline defect of the pelvic fascia is treated by vaginal fascia duplication, also known as anterior colporraphy. The rectocele is managed by suturing the posterior fascia and, frequently, the levator ani muscles. We developed the approach of laparoscopic anterior and posterior fascia repair by native tissue.

[Comparison of International Guidelines For the Application of Cardiotocography].

Objective: This study examines the recommendations of international guidelines on the use of antepartum and intrapartum cardiotocography.

Material And Methods: The guidelines of Germany, Canada, UK, USA, Sri Lanka, Australia as well as FIGO have been compared. The recommendations on the use of cardiotocography were separately evaluated for antepartum and intrapartum use.

Comparison of the trapezius and the adductor pollicis muscle as predictor of good intubating conditions: a randomized controlled trial.

Background: Adequate muscle relaxation is important for ensuring optimal conditions for intubation. Although acceleromyography of the adductor pollicis muscle is commonly used to assess conditions for intubation, we hypothesized that acceleromyography of the trapezius is more indicative of optimal intubating conditions. The primary outcome was the difference between both measurement sites with regard to prediction of good or acceptable intubating conditions.

Safety and economical innovations regarding surgical treatment of fibroids.

Uterine leiomyomas are the most frequent benign tumors of the female genital tract. Fibroids are associated with a variety of clinical problems, e.g.

Preclinical safety testing for morcellation and extraction for an endobag with sealable ports: in vitro pilot study.

Background: Electromechanical power morcellation is an important tool of modern laparoscopy. Recent reports on the spread of previously undetected malignancy by power morcellation indicate the need for additional protective devices to reduce this risk. We conducted a study to obtain the first data concerning the safety of an endobag with three closable ports during morcellation and subsequent bag extraction under in vitro conditions, mimicking the settings in our operating theater.

Power morcellation inside a secure endobag: a pilot study.

Introduction: Unprotected power morcellation can lead to a spread of previously undiagnosed malignancy. We present a new containment bag with two closable trocar insertion sites to reduce this risk. This pilot study was designed to assess the feasibility of this device under everyday conditions.

Monitoring recovery from rocuronium-induced neuromuscular block using acceleromyography at the trapezius versus the adductor pollicis muscle: an observational trial.

Purpose: Positioning for surgery can restrict access to the patient's hand, thereby limiting assessment of the response at the adductor pollicis muscle to ulnar nerve stimulation. We evaluated a novel site to assess neuromuscular block by stimulating the accessory nerve and measuring the acceleromyographic response at the trapezius muscle.

Methods: In this prospective non-blinded observational study, we assessed neuromuscular transmission in anesthetized adult female patients undergoing elective laparoscopic gynecological surgery.

Pain medication requirements after sacropexy and combination interventions.

Background And Objectives: Laparoscopic surgery is associated with reduced morbidity, and postoperative pain is reduced. The aim of this study was to assess postoperative pain intensity, analgesic requirements, and the influence of cofactors after laparoscopic sacral colpopexy.

Methods: The study assessed 287 patients treated with laparoscopic sacropexy for genital prolapse with a Pelvic Organ Prolapse Quantification grade>1.

Laparoscopic pectopexy: a prospective, randomized, comparative clinical trial of standard laparoscopic sacral colpocervicopexy with the new laparoscopic pectopexy-postoperative results and intermediate-term follow-up in a pilot study.

Purpose: The purpose of the study was to compare the outcome of laparoscopic sacral colpocervicopexy with laparoscopic pectopexy. Our aim was to show that the safety and effectiveness of the new technique is similar to the traditional technique. We expected differences regarding defecation disorders.

Value of clinical and laboratory inflammation factors in the postoperative period after laparoscopic urogynecological surgery.

Background/aims: Leukocytes and C-reactive protein (CRP) levels are often used to detect infections. The aim of this study was to evaluate the diagnostic and screening validity of leukocytes and CRP levels as well as body temperature >38° C to predict infections after laparoscopic sacrocolpopexy.

Methods: The study included 287 patients suffering from genital prolapse higher than POP-Q I.