Disseminated peritoneal leiomyomatosis: a devastating sequelae of unconfined laparoscopic morcellation
Singapore medical journal
; : 652-654, 2019.
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in English
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ABSTRACT
There has been growing concern surrounding the use of unconfined power morcellation in laparoscopic surgeries for uterine leiomyoma due to its associated risks and long-term clinical sequelae, including parasitic leiomyomas and disseminated peritoneal leiomyomatosis (DPL). We present a case of DPL resulting from previous laparoscopic morcellation and a review of the existing literature. DPL is a potentially devastating consequence of unconfined laparoscopic morcellation in the surgical management of uterine fibroids. A multidisciplinary approach is recommended in the management of DPL, especially in cases of multivisceral involvement. Clinical caution ought to be exercised when using power morcellators; when unavoidable, confined laparoscopic morcellation offers a promising mitigation and should be adopted if practicable.
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WPRIM (Western Pacific)
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English
Journal:
Singapore medical journal
Year:
2019
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Article