Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Endoscopic Procedures IV: Sigmoidoscopy and Laproscopy01:26

Endoscopic Procedures IV: Sigmoidoscopy and Laproscopy

119
Sigmoidoscopy and laparoscopy are distinct medical procedures that enable physicians to internally inspect different parts of the GI tract. Although they serve different purposes, each is essential for diagnosing and, in some cases, treating various medical conditions.
Sigmoidoscopy
Sigmoidoscopy is a diagnostic procedure that uses a flexible sigmoidoscope equipped with a light source and camera to examine the rectum and sigmoid colon. The procedure involves inserting the tube through the anus...
119

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Effect of Oral and Gut Microbiota, Dietary Intake, and Genetic Polymorphisms on Older Adults with Metabolic Dysfunction Associated Fatty Liver Disease.

Sage open aging·2026
Same author

Association of EVITA with safety in advanced urothelial carcinoma: A multicenter real-world study.

Urologic oncology·2026
Same author

Alteration of small intestinal microbiota in diet-induced steatohepatitis mice.

Inflammation research : official journal of the European Histamine Research Society ... [et al.]·2026
Same author

Fully Extraperitoneal Robotic Sacrohysteropexy Compared With Transperitoneal Robotic Sacrocervicopexy for Anterior and Apical Pelvic Organ Prolapse.

International journal of urology : official journal of the Japanese Urological Association·2026
Same author

Visualizing eligibility gaps between muscle-invasive bladder cancer trials and real-world patients.

Japanese journal of clinical oncology·2026
Same author

Efficacy, Safety, and Cost-Effectiveness of Reduced versus Full Initial Doses of Androgen Receptor Signaling Inhibitors in Non-Metastatic Castration-Resistant Prostate Cancer: A Multicenter Retrospective Study.

The Prostate·2026

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jul 23, 2025

Retzius-Sparing Robot-Assisted Radical Prostatectomy
12:10

Retzius-Sparing Robot-Assisted Radical Prostatectomy

Published on: May 19, 2022

7.8K

[SHORT-TERM SURGICAL AND FUNCTIONAL OUTCOMES AFTER ROBOT-ASSISTED SACROCOLPOPEXY IN A SINGLE INSTITUTION].

Shingo Moriyama1,2, Kazue Ogawa1, Tetsuo Shinozaki1

  • 1Department of Urology, Ageo Central General Hospital.

Nihon Hinyokika Gakkai Zasshi. the Japanese Journal of Urology
|July 19, 2023
PubMed
Summary

Robot-assisted sacrocolpopexy (RASC) improved urinary function and quality of life in pelvic organ prolapse patients. Some bowel symptoms temporarily worsened but returned to baseline, with RASC demonstrating safe surgical outcomes.

Keywords:
Pelvic organ prolapseRobot-assisted sacrocolpopexyconstipation

More Related Videos

Author Spotlight: Advancing Pelvic Prolapse Treatment with a Non-Mesh Approach using Laparoscopic Pectopexy
03:30

Author Spotlight: Advancing Pelvic Prolapse Treatment with a Non-Mesh Approach using Laparoscopic Pectopexy

Published on: October 25, 2024

1.5K
Robot-assisted Total Mesorectal Excision and Lateral Pelvic Lymph Node Dissection for Locally Advanced Middle-low Rectal Cancer
12:45

Robot-assisted Total Mesorectal Excision and Lateral Pelvic Lymph Node Dissection for Locally Advanced Middle-low Rectal Cancer

Published on: February 12, 2022

5.7K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Jul 23, 2025

Retzius-Sparing Robot-Assisted Radical Prostatectomy
12:10

Retzius-Sparing Robot-Assisted Radical Prostatectomy

Published on: May 19, 2022

7.8K
Author Spotlight: Advancing Pelvic Prolapse Treatment with a Non-Mesh Approach using Laparoscopic Pectopexy
03:30

Author Spotlight: Advancing Pelvic Prolapse Treatment with a Non-Mesh Approach using Laparoscopic Pectopexy

Published on: October 25, 2024

1.5K
Robot-assisted Total Mesorectal Excision and Lateral Pelvic Lymph Node Dissection for Locally Advanced Middle-low Rectal Cancer
12:45

Robot-assisted Total Mesorectal Excision and Lateral Pelvic Lymph Node Dissection for Locally Advanced Middle-low Rectal Cancer

Published on: February 12, 2022

5.7K

Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Gynecology
  • Surgical Innovation

Context:

  • Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) significantly impacts women's quality of life.
  • Robot-assisted sacrocolpopexy (RASC) is a surgical option for POP repair.
  • Evaluating functional outcomes post-RASC is crucial for patient management.

Purpose:

  • To assess surgical outcomes and functional parameters of lower urinary tract and bowel symptoms after RASC.
  • To analyze uroflowmetry, post-void residual urine, and patient-reported outcomes.
  • To determine the safety and efficacy of RASC in managing POP-related symptoms.

Summary:

  • This retrospective study evaluated 110 RASC cases, noting a mean operative time of 146 minutes and low complication rates.
  • Significant improvements were observed in urinary function (maximum flow rate, post-void residual) and quality of life scores (OABSS, ICIQ-SF, UDI-6) six months post-surgery.
  • While constipation scores initially worsened, they largely returned to preoperative levels, with improved satisfaction noted postoperatively.

Impact:

  • RASC demonstrates a favorable safety profile with acceptable postoperative urinary and bowel symptom management.
  • The procedure leads to significant improvements in urinary function and overall quality of life for POP patients.
  • Understanding the impact on bowel function is essential for comprehensive patient counseling and postoperative care.