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Pure transvaginal laparoscopic appendectomy.

Kurt E Roberts1, Dan-Arin Silasi, Robert L Bell

  • 1Department of Surgery, Yale New Haven Hospital, Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, CT, USA. kurt.roberts@yale.edu

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This study presents a pure transvaginal appendectomy (TVA) for acute appendicitis in a female patient. The minimally invasive procedure resulted in successful appendix removal with a quick recovery.

Area of Science:

  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Surgical Innovation
  • Gastroenterology

Background:

  • Natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery (NOTES) offers advantages like reduced scarring and faster recovery.
  • Acute appendicitis remains a common surgical indication.
  • Transvaginal appendectomy (TVA) is an emerging NOTES technique.

Observation:

  • A video demonstrates a pure transvaginal appendectomy (TVA) performed on a 37-year-old female with acute appendicitis.
  • The procedure involved transvaginal access, pneumoperitoneum, and standard laparoscopic instruments.
  • The appendix was successfully dissected, stapled, and removed via a retrieval bag.

Findings:

  • The 27-minute pure transvaginal appendectomy was successfully completed.
  • The patient experienced no intraoperative complications.

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  • The patient was discharged on postoperative day 1 in good condition.

    • Implications:

    • Pure transvaginal appendectomy is a viable and effective minimally invasive surgical option for acute appendicitis.
    • This technique further expands the application of NOTES surgery.
    • Successful TVA may lead to improved patient outcomes and reduced healthcare costs.