Laparoscopic Reversal of Tubal Sterilization: A Demonstration Video
- XIAOXI NIU,
- Xiaolei Zhang,
- Guiyu Zhang,
- Ming Yuan
XIAOXI NIU
Shandong University Qilu Hospital
Corresponding Author:xiaoxi_niu@126.com
Author ProfileAbstract
To describe the method in which fallopian tube recanalization can be
safely performed laparoscopically after tube ligation with two-stitch
technique. Laparoscopic reversal of the unilateral tube was performed to
a 38-year-old woman who underwent unilateral salpingectomy due to
ectopic pregnancy. At 3 days after surgery, tubal patency was determined
via hydrotubation, and the results were satisfactory. The patient was
assessed via hysterosalpingography after 2 months to confirm the patency
of the anastomosed fallopian tube, and no tube obstruction was noted.
The two-stitch procedure can reduce surgical time and prevent the
possibility of new scar formation compared to traditional four-stitch
approach.