Fallopian tube prolapse after laparoscopic resection of pelvic endometriosis

Obstet Gynecol. 2005 Apr;105(4):808-9. doi: 10.1097/01.AOG.0000141571.71513.87.

Abstract

Background: Fallopian tube prolapse is an unusual but often reported complication after hysterectomy. This problem has not yet been reported in a patient undergoing laparoscopy but not hysterectomy.

Case: Fallopian tube prolapse was diagnosed in a patient after laparoscopic excision of pelvic endometriosis, without hysterectomy. The prolapsed fallopian tube was preserved by laparoscopic retrieval from the vagina and closure of the vaginoperitoneal fistula.

Conclusion: Laparoscopic surgery, when associated with the creation of a vaginoperitoneal fistula, is a risk factor for fallopian tube prolapse. This problem can be diagnosed and safely managed with a laparoscopic approach.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Endometriosis / surgery*
  • Fallopian Tube Diseases / diagnosis*
  • Fallopian Tube Diseases / etiology
  • Fallopian Tube Diseases / pathology
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Laparoscopy / adverse effects*
  • Peritoneal Diseases / diagnosis
  • Peritoneal Diseases / etiology
  • Peritoneal Diseases / pathology
  • Prolapse
  • Vaginal Fistula / diagnosis
  • Vaginal Fistula / etiology
  • Vaginal Fistula / pathology