Postconization cervical perforation during laparoscopic surgery

Taiwan J Obstet Gynecol. 2007 Mar;46(1):71-2. doi: 10.1016/S1028-4559(08)60112-6.

Abstract

Objective: Complications during laparoscopic surgery involving the bladder, bowel, and major vessels have been reported extensively. However, uterine manipulator-associated injuries are seldom reported.

Case report: We describe herein the case of a 28-year-old female patient who underwent a laparoscopic cystectomy 5 days after cervical conization, during which the uterine manipulator perforated the anterior cul-de-sac through the cervix. Fortunately, the wound healed with conservative treatment and no adverse consequences were found.

Conclusion: This case serves to highlight the potential for complications following seemingly benign maneuvers.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Cervix Uteri / injuries*
  • Cervix Uteri / surgery*
  • Conization / adverse effects*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Laparoscopy / adverse effects*
  • Ovarian Cysts / complications
  • Ovarian Cysts / surgery
  • Surgical Instruments
  • Treatment Outcome
  • Uterine Cervical Dysplasia / complications
  • Uterine Cervical Dysplasia / diagnosis
  • Uterine Cervical Dysplasia / surgery
  • Uterine Perforation / etiology*