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Transvaginal evisceration after laparoscopic adrenalectomy in neurofibromatosis.

Authors :
Vettoretto N
Balestra L
Taglietti L
Giovanetti M
Source :
Journal of emergencies, trauma, and shock [J Emerg Trauma Shock] 2010 Apr; Vol. 3 (2), pp. 204-5.
Publication Year :
2010

Abstract

Transvaginal evisceration is a rare complication of hysterectomy. We describe this event following adrenalectomy for pheochromocytoma in a patient affected by neurofibromatosis. This is the first case reported in the literature following laparoscopic surgery. Prompt emergency intestinal reduction and vaginal cuff repair is required to prevent ischemia of the eviscerated bowel. Pneumoperitoneum, passage of stools, or an unknown connective tissue dysplasia due to genetic abnormalities might have contributed to this unpredictable event. The general surgeon must be aware of this rare but challenging gynecological complication.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0974-519X
Volume :
3
Issue :
2
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Journal of emergencies, trauma, and shock
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
20606805
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.4103/0974-2700.62107