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A New Silicon Sling Device for Traction During Robotic Gynecologic Surgery
Seiji Mabuchi1, Yuri Matsumoto2, Sho Matsubara1
1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Nara Medical University, Nara, Japan.
Background:
One of the challenges of robotic gynecologic surgery is the appropriate traction of the organs and other structures surrounding the surgical field.
Methods:
We developed a novel traction device, VESOPASTA, that can be used for organ traction during robotic gynecologic surgery. This study describes the utility and the safety of the use of VESOPASTA for ureteral traction during robotic-assisted laparoscopic radical hysterectomy in five cervical cancer patients.
Results:
Ureteral suspension was successfully and safely performed using VESOPASTA during robotic-assisted laparoscopic radical hysterectomy in cervical cancer patients without causing any complications. The average time required for this procedure was less than 5 min.
Conclusions:
We have developed a novel device, VESOPASTA, which can be used for organ traction during robotic surgery. This new device allows easy ureteral traction, facilitate the identification of ureter and prevent ureteral injuries during robotic-assisted laparoscopic radical hysterectomy.
