scholarly journals Reducing the risk of bleeding after myomectomy: is preemptive embolization a valuable tool?

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ylann Abrahami ◽  
Sophia Najid ◽  
Arthur Petit ◽  
Eric Sauvanet ◽  
Luigi Novelli

Abstract Purpose Abdominal myomectomy can be a challenging procedure, with elevated intraoperative blood loss and post-operative complications such as the need for blood transfusion and hemostasis with sometimes hysterectomy. Previous studies suggested that preemptive uterine artery embolization (PUAE) might reduce intraoperative blood loss. Materials and methods We reviewed all cases of abdominal myomectomy in our institution between January 2016 and June 2018. Out of 119 cases, 16 patients had PUAE and 103 did not. The objective of our study was to determine whereas PUAE reduced blood loss and post-operative complication rate. Results In our study, there was no difference between the two groups in regard to average blood loss (128 vs 192 mL, OR 1,00 [0.99;1,01], p = 0,73), difference between pre- and post-operative hemoglobin level (− 1,15 g/dL vs − 1,32 g/dL, OR 0,91 [0.47;1,73], p = 0,79), and post-operative complications (need for transfusion, surgical revision, post-operative embolization, hysterectomy). Conclusion Our findings could not conclude that PUAE is effective in reducing intraoperative blood loss during abdominal myomectomy, but it should still be considered an option for patients with large or multiple myomas, with a specific situation or previously operated, who wish to preserve their uterus.

2021 ◽  
Vol 108 (Supplement_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
AH Innes ◽  
SJ Tingle ◽  
I Ibrahim ◽  
E Thompson ◽  
L Bates ◽  
...  

Abstract Introduction Dextran 40 (D40) is a synthetic colloid with anticoagulant properties, which is commonly used instead of heparin following pancreas transplantation, however there is a lack of evidence over which is more effective. Graft thrombosis and pancreatitis, which may be mediated through micro or macrothrombosis within the graft, remain significant complications following pancreas transplantation. We hypothesised that D40 reduces inflammation through its antithrombotic pro-microcirculatory effects. We aimed to evaluate D40 compared to a heparin-based protocol by comparing post-operative complications and post-transplant levels of inflammation. Method Data were collected retrospectively for pancreas transplant patients between December 2009 and August 2018 – 26 patients had been treated with the pre-Dextran protocol and 37 had received D40. Post-operative complications and inflammatory markers (WCC, CRP and amylase) on post-operative days 1, 2, 3 and 7 were compared between the two groups. Potential confounders were also recorded. Result Patients in the D40 group had similar thrombosis rates but were less likely to have had substantial post-operative bleeding compared to the heparin-based protocol. The group who received D40 had significantly lower CRP and WCC on days 2, 3 and 7. The differences on days 3 and 7 remained when the results were adjusted for the significant confounders - cold ischaemic time and donor age. Conclusion D40 appears to be as effective as IV heparin at preventing graft thrombosis following pancreas transplant, and to confer a reduced risk of bleeding. It may also reduce post-operative inflammatory processes, leading to reduced graft pancreatitis. Take-home message Using Dextran 40 as an anticoagulant after pancreas transplantation is as effective as IV heparin at preventing graft thromboses and has a reduced risk of bleeding.


Author(s):  
Rameshkumar R. ◽  
Sahana N. Naik ◽  
Dhanalakshmi .

Background: Non Descent Vaginal Hysterectomy (NDVH) is removal of uterus through vagina in non-prolapsed uterus. The objective of the present study was to assess safety and feasibility of NDVH in patients with large uterus (>12 weeks size uterus).Methods: Retrospective study was conducted in Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology of Shree Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara (SDM) College of Medical Sciences and Hospital, Dharwad, India from May2014 to May 2017. Effort was made to perform hysterectomies vaginally in women with benign conditions with large uterine size. Information regarding age, parity, uterine size, blood loss, duration of operation, number of fibroids, other surgical difficulties encountered, intra–operative and post-operative complications were recorded.Results: Total of 65 cases was selected for NDVH with large uterine size. All successfully underwent NDVH. 25 patients had uterus of 10-12 weeks size, 17 had uterine size of 12-14 weeks size. Mean duration of surgery was 90 min. Mean blood loss was 300ml. Post-operative complications were minimal. All patients had early mobility with faster resumption to daily activities. Mean hospital stay was 4-5 days.Conclusions: Non descent vaginal hysterectomy is safe, cost effective method of hysterectomy in women with large uterus requiring hysterectomy for benign conditions with less complications, shorter hospital stay and less morbidity.


2019 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
pp. 20-22
Author(s):  
Durga BC ◽  
Aseem Sharma ◽  
Binod Mahaseth ◽  
Nirmala Sharma

Background: Hysterectomy is a common surgery performed by gynecologist worldwide. It can be done either by vaginal, abdominal or laparoscopic route. Non decent vaginal hysterectomy (NDVH) is less invasive, less time consuming and scar less surgery. The blood loss during surgery, intra-operative and post-operative complications are less in NDVH compare to TAH (total abdominal hysterectomy). Aim and objective: to compare the clinical outcome between NDVH and TAH. Method: A hospital based prospective study was done at Nepalgunj medical collage Kolhapur between March 2018–March 2019, 60 cases fulfilling selection criteria were selected, 30 cases underwent NDVH next 30 cases underwent TAH. Outcome is measured on the basis of operating time, blood loss during surgery, hospital stay and post-operative complications. Result: The most common indication for hysterectomy was fibroid uterus in both the groups (NDVH and TAH). The operating time, blood loss, hospital stay and post-operative complications were less in NDVH as compare to TAH. Conclusion: NDVH is a choice of surgery over TAH for freely mobile uterus with benign pathology and uterus size less than twelve weeks and without adenexal pathology.


2022 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 123-128
Author(s):  
Pranita Somani ◽  
Priyanka Singh ◽  
Mangala Shinde

Background: Removal of the uterus through vagina when performed in a case without uterine descent or prolapse is known as “non-descent vaginal hysterectomy” or NDVH. Vaginal route is preferred as compared to laparoscopic and abdominal methods. The advantages of vaginal hysterectomy being fewer complications, less post-operative stay, cost effective, and useful in bulky uterus. Aims and Objectives: The aims of the study were as follows: (1) To study the intraoperative and post-operative complications encountered during NDVH and their management. (2) To assess the intraoperative blood loss, the operative time, and post-operative hospital stay. (3) To study and check the feasibility of vaginal route as the primary route for all hysterectomies in the absence of uterine prolapse. Materials and Methods: A total of 50 patients were included in the study. Detailed history was taken including obstetric history and menstrual history and clinical examination was performed. After taking written, informed consent and doing proper pre-operative preparation, the patient was posted for NDVH. Post-operative complications were noted. Patients were asked to come for follow-up after 15 days. Results: In 92% of cases operated, no intraoperative complications were found suggesting low morbidity associated with the procedure. Hemorrhage requiring blood transfusion was found in 4% of cases. Average operative time was 61.2 ± 27.89 min, average blood loss was 170 ± 81.44 ml, and average hospital stay was 5.94 ± 4.95 days. On histopathological examination, 40% were having leiomyoma and dysfunctional uterine bleeding was seen in 22% of cases. Pain was the most common complication seen in 30% of cases while vaginal discharge was seen in just 4% of cases. About 80% of patients were discharged on post-operative day 5. Conclusion: In 92% of NDVH cases, no intraoperative complications were found suggesting low morbidity associated with the procedure. The post-operative hospital stay was restricted to 5 days in 80% of cases which indicates early discharge of the patient. Post-operative complications such as vaginal discharge and fever were seen only in 4% of cases. NDVH should, therefore, be considered as the primary route for all hysterectomies unless contraindicated in the absence of prolapse.


2020 ◽  
Vol 40 (5) ◽  
Author(s):  
Fang Hao ◽  
Liyan Yue ◽  
Xiaoyan Yin ◽  
Xiaotong Wang ◽  
Chunguang Shan

Abstract Laryngeal papillomatosis is a benign disease in the larynx but with the potential to develop into significant complications as a result of its high recurrence rate. CO2 laser and radiofrequency controlled ablation (coblation) have been used to treat recurrent respiratory papillomatosis, but detailed comparisons of their respective treatment outcomes are not fully investigated. This retrospective study examines the procedure time, time interval between interventions, blood loss during operation, post-operative complications and pain scores among patients who received either CO2 laser or radiofrequency coblation interventions for laryngotracheal recurrent respiratory papillomatosis. Compared with CO2 laser intervention, radiofrequency coblation significantly reduced operation time, time interval between interventions, blood loss during operation and number of times bipolar electrocoagulation needed in each procedure. Post-operatively, pain scores after radiofrequency coblation were significantly lower than those after CO2 laser intervention. Incidence rates of post-operative complications, in terms of palate pharyngeal mucosa damage, bleeding and subcutaneous emphysema, were also significantly reduced after radiofrequency coblation. Low-temperature radiofrequency coblation is a superior intervention compared with CO2 laser against laryngotracheal recurrent respiratory papillomatosis.


2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alaa Elguindy ◽  
Hosam Hemeda ◽  
Mohamed Esmat Shawky ◽  
Mohamed Elsenity ◽  
Medhat Adel Elsayed ◽  
...  

Abstract Background: It is unclear whether transverse uterine incision is non-inferior to longitudinal incision during myomectomy with regard to bleeding. Our aim was to compare between transverse and longitudinal uterine incisions in myomectomy. Methods: A parallel randomized controlled single-blinded study in a university affiliated hospital, in the period between January 2017 and April 2018, in which 52 women candidates for abdominal myomectomy were randomized into transverse uterine incision or longitudinal uterine incision groups (26 in each group). Intraoperative blood loss (estimated directly by blood volume in suction bottle and linen towels and indirectly by difference between preoperative and postoperative hematocrit), operative time and postoperative fever were analyzed. Results: No statistically significant difference was found between transverse and longitudinal incisions regarding intraoperative blood loss (389.7 ± 98.56 ml vs 485.04 ± 230.6 ml respectively, p value=0.07), operative time (59.96 ± 16.78 min vs 66.58 ± 17.33 min respectively, p value=0.18), and postoperative fever (4% vs 8.33%, p value=0.6). Conclusion: Transverse uterine incision does not cause more blood loss than longitudinal incision and is a reasonable option during abdominal myomectomy. Trial registration: NCT03009812 at clinicaltrials.gov, registered January 2017


QJM ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 113 (Supplement_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
M B Ahmed ◽  
M A Rady ◽  
M A Abd-errazik ◽  
A R M A Azzam

Abstract Background portal vein thrombosis (PVT) is a common complication of end-stage liver disease with an incidence of 0.6–16% in patients with well-compensated disease (1–3), increasing up to 35% in cirrhotic patients with hepatocellular carcinoma. Aim of the Work the aim of the study is to compare between thrombectomy of PVT using vascular clamps “eversion” & manual technique “modified eversion” during liver transplantation regarding operative time, degree of blood loss, portal vein rethrombosis, and post-operative complications. Patients and Methods This is a retrospective cohort study to compare between thrombectomy of PVT using vascular clamps “eversion” & manual technique “modified eversion” during liver transplantation regarding operative time, degree of blood loss, portal vein rethrombosis & post-operative complications. The study was conducted as retrospective study of 33 adult patients who underwent LDLT at Ain Shams Specialized Hospital, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt, between January 2016 and July 2018. Results the mean child score was 9.55 and the median hospital stay was 12 days. Based on review manager statics program, the PVT recurrence was non-significant (P = 0.295, Test value: 1.096). However, the blood loss was significant (p < 0.029, test value: -2.186) and the surgical time was significant (p = 0.013, test value: 2.633). Conclusion portal vein thrombosis (PVT) represents a significant technical challenge in liver transplantation and for many years was considered a relative contraindication. While advances in surgical techniques, axial imaging, and alternative inflow reconstruction options have made liver transplantation possible in transplant candidates with PVT.


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