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Laparoscopy in the morbidly obese pregnant patient using a modified foley lap-lift technique: case report
Lubna Chohan1, Mildred M Ramirez, Carla A Martinez
1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas, USA.
Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology
|July 23, 2011
Abstract:
Obesity in women of reproductive age is increasing. Gynecologic laparoscopy in the morbidly obese pregnant patient presents challenges, and is not often attempted. Herein is reported a successful case using a modified Foley lap-lift technique, which improved visualization and facilitated mechanical ventilation.
