Ovarian Cysts (Treatment)
Minilaparotomy Comparable to Laparoscopy
Published in Women's Health Weekly, June 14th, 1999
Since 1985, laparoscopy has been the accepted choice for ovarian cyst management, despite its long operative times, expense, and frequent incidence of cyst rupture.
There's a different technique in the field, and though not regularly used, it may prove to be quite a valuable tool for gynecologists. Minilaparotomy, a transverse or vertical incision 3-5 cm in length, should be regarded as a valid surgical option, according to Michael K. Flynn, MD, and Jonathan M. Niloff, MD, both of Harvard Medical School.
"Minilaparotomy is a...
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