Costs and Benefits of Robotic-Assisted Laparoscopic Hysterectomy in a Patient with Multiple Fibroids

Authors

Alyssa Heintschel, Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine Medical Student
Sheridan N. Markatos, Beaumont Health Resident
Roy G. Soto, Beaumont Health

Document Type

Conference Proceeding - Restricted Access

Publication Date

10-11-2021

Abstract

We present a case of a 53-year-old female with a history of multiple uterine fibroids who presented for robotic-assisted laparoscopic hysterectomy and bilateral salpingectomy. During the operation, a total of six fibroids were dissected from the uterus, and the uterus was divided into smaller pieces to facilitate removal. Specimens were removed at the end of the procedure; the final specimen was difficult to locate within the pelvis and required assistance from general surgery, resulting in a total procedure time of just under 6 hours. We discuss the costs and benefits of performing robotic-assisted hysterectomy in a patient with multiple fibroids.

Comments

American Society of Anesthesiology Annual Meeting, San Diego, CA, October 8-12, 2021.

Recommended Citation

Heintschel A, Markatos SN, Soto RG. Costs and benefits of robotic-assisted laparoscopic hysterectomy in a patient with multiple fibroids. Paper presented at: The American Society of Anesthesiology Annual Meeting; 2021 Oct 8-12; San Diego, CA. Available at: https://www.abstractsonline.com/pp8/#!/9323/presentation/5892