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Laparoscopic appendectomy during pregnancy.

M de Perrot1, A Jenny, M Morales

  • 1Clinic of Digestive Surgery, University Hospital of Geneva, Switzerland. marcdeperrot@hotmail.com

Surgical Laparoscopy, Endoscopy & Percutaneous Techniques
|January 9, 2001
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Laparoscopic appendectomy is a safe procedure for pregnant patients, offering a minimally invasive approach for appendicitis. While generally safe, the gravid uterus can pose challenges for visualization and instrumentation in the third trimester.

Area of Science:

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Surgical Innovation
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery

Background:

  • Appendectomy is the most frequent non-obstetric surgical procedure during pregnancy.
  • Laparoscopic appendectomy has recently emerged as a preferred surgical option for pregnant patients.
  • Limited data exists on the safety and efficacy of laparoscopic appendectomy in pregnancy.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the authors' experience with laparoscopic appendectomy performed during pregnancy.
  • To review existing literature on laparoscopic appendectomy in pregnant patients.
  • To assess the safety and outcomes of this procedure across different trimesters.

Main Methods:

  • A case series of six pregnant patients undergoing laparoscopic appendectomy.

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  • Review of 24 additional cases from existing medical literature.
  • Surgical techniques included the Hasson open technique and Veress needle insertion, with port sites adapted for gravid uterus size.

    • Main Results:

    • Three patients with confirmed appendicitis delivered healthy neonates at 36-37 weeks gestation.
    • Two patients experienced uterine infections leading to abortion post-surgery.
    • One patient was diagnosed with isolated right fallopian tube torsion via laparoscopy.

    Conclusions:

    • Laparoscopic appendectomy can be safely performed in pregnant patients.
    • The gravid uterus may present challenges for visualization and instrumentation, particularly in the third trimester.
    • Further research is warranted to optimize techniques for advanced pregnancy stages.