The introduction of in-vitro fertilisation within reproductive medicine has prompted questions to be asked about the relevance of reproductive surgery. Reproductive surgery is more than a competing discipline; it is…
Diagnostic and operative hysteroscopy have become standards in gynaecologic practice. Many hysteroscopic procedures have replaced old, invasive techniques, such as dilatation and curettage. As instruments have reduced in size, office…
Latest surgical advances in the field of gynaecological oncology, a sub-specialty of gynaecology, are reviewed in this chapter. The surgery is mainly practised in cancer centres by board-certified gynaecologists, and…
Hysterectomy is the most common operative procedure for benign gynaecological disease. The choice of hysterectomy will highlight the surgeon’s mental attitude and surgical dexterity in offering the patient the safest…
Endometriosis is a common disease affecting young women. Its clinical manifestations include pain and infertility, and it can dramatically affect quality of life. Treatments should be tailored to address the…
Traditionally, vaginal hysterectomy and Manchester repair were the surgical approaches to treating uterine prolapse; however, both are associated with a relatively high subsequent vaginal vault recurrence. Laparoscopic uterine suspension is…
Laparoscopy has become a valuable tool for the gynaecologist in the diagnosis and treatment of a variety of gynecological disorders. Its quicker recovery time and other advantages has benefitted countless…
Minimal-access surgery has revolutionised diagnosis and management in many surgical specialties, including gynaecology. It is well known that the surgical skill set required to carry out endoscopic surgery is essentially…
Intraoperative image is a rapidly expanding field encompassing many applications that use a multitude of technologies. Some of the these applications have been in use for many years and are…
Development of surgical care in the 21st century is increasingly dependent on demonstrating safety, efficacy and cost effectiveness. Over the past 2 decades, the potential role of simulation in surgery…
