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Laparoscopic Morcellation and Tissue Spillage Containment Using the LI Endofield™ Bag
James Dana Kondrup1, Fran Anderson2, Brenda Sylvester2
1Department of Obstetrics/Gynecology Upstate Medical Center Syracuse, New York - Binghamton Campus Binghamton, New York.
Surgical Technology International
|November 25, 2014
Summary
Laparoscopic surgeons can now avoid spillage during procedures with the adjustable LI Endofield™ containment bag. This innovative surgical tool ensures containment and visibility, especially crucial for gynecologic procedures like morcellation.
Area of Science:
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Surgical Technology
- Gynecologic Oncology
Background:
- Laparoscopic surgery necessitates containment of tissue and organ contents to prevent spillage.
- Current laparoscopic containment bags are often inadequately sized for complete intraoperative containment.
- Gynecologic procedures such as ovarian cyst management and uterine/fibroid morcellation require effective containment solutions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce and evaluate the LI Endofield™ and LI Endofield™ TV bag as a novel solution for laparoscopic containment.
- To address the limitations of existing containment bags in maintaining patency throughout surgical procedures.
- To provide surgeons with an adjustable and visible containment system for complex laparoscopic surgeries.
Main Methods:
- Utilized the LI Endofield™ and LI Endofield™ TV bag during laparoscopic procedures.
- Assessed the bag's adjustability, suturability, and ability to maintain an open "field" during surgery.
- Evaluated the bag's visibility and ease of removal post-procedure.
- Employed the containment bag specifically for morcellation of fibroids and uteri in light of FDA cautions.
Main Results:
- The LI Endofield™ and LI Endofield™ TV bag provides an adjustable and suturable containment "field."
- Surgeons can maintain visibility through the bag during the procedure.
- The bag remains open and functional throughout the entire surgical duration.
- The containment system facilitates safe morcellation of uterine and fibroid tissues.
Conclusions:
- The LI Endofield™ and LI Endofield™ TV bag effectively addresses the need for reliable containment in laparoscopic surgery.
- This adjustable and visible containment solution enhances surgical safety, particularly in gynecologic procedures.
- The use of this bag is recommended for procedures involving tissue morcellation, aligning with recent FDA safety advisories.
