Full Description
Single port laparoscopy, also known as laparo-endoscopic single-site surgery (LESS), is a minimally invasive procedure in which a surgeon operates almost exclusively through a single entry point, typically the patient's navel. Compared with traditional multi-port laparoscopic techniques, benefits of this procedure include less postoperative pain, less blood loss, faster recovery time, and better cosmetic results.
This book is a guide to single port laparoscopic surgery for practising gynaecological surgeons. Divided into three sections, it begins with the basic principles, instruments and techniques. The second section provides in depth coverage of LESS for various gynaecological conditions including ectopic pregnancy, hysterectomy and in gynaecological oncology.
The final part of the book discusses recent advances in LESS, examining robotic-assisted surgery and newer trends. Tips and Tricks for beginners are also included.
Key points
Guide to single port laparoscopic surgery for practising surgeons
Covers instruments and techniques and surgery for numerous gynaecological disorders
Final section examines recent advances and future developments
Includes nearly 300 images, illustrations and tables
Contents
Section 1 Basic Principles, Instruments and Techniques
Chapter 1. Evolution of Laparoendoscopic Single-Site Surgery in Gynecology
Chapter 2. Indications of Laparoendoscopic Single-Site Surgery
Chapter 3. Abdominal Access in Less
Chapter 4. Instruments and Ports
Chapter 5. Optics for Laparoendoscopic Single-Site Surgery
Chapter 6. Suturing Techniques in Less
Chapter 7. Specimen Retrieval
Chapter 8. Benefits of Less
Chapter 9. Technical Challenges and Limitations of Less
Chapter 10. Skill Training
Section 2 LESS in Gynecology
Chapter 11. LESS in Adnexal Surgery
Chapter 12. Laparoendoscopic Single-Site Surgery for Ectopic Pregnancy
Chapter 13. Laparoendoscopic Single-Site Myomectomy
Chapter 14. LESS Hysterectomy
Chapter 15. LESS in Gynecological Oncology
Chapter 16. Laparoendoscopic Single-Site Abdominal Sacrocolpopexy for Vaginal Vault Prolapse
Chapter 17. LESS Concomitant Procedures
Chapter 18. Vaginal Route Single-Site Surgery (Transvaginal NOTES)
Chapter 19. Complications of Laparoendoscopic Single-Site Surgery
Section 3 Recent Advances in LESS
Chapter 20. Robotic-Assisted Laparoendoscopic Single-Site Surgery in Gynecology (R-LESS)
Chapter 21. Newer Trends and Future
LESS: Our Experience—Tips and Tricks for Beginners
