A 3-portal laparoscopic ovariectomy technique in ewes

作者：Easley Jeremiah T^*; Garofolo Stephen Q; Ruehlman Dana; Hackett Eileen S

来源：Small Ruminant Research, 2014, 121(2-3): 336-339.

DOI：10.1016/j.smallrumres.2014.08.001

• Laparoscopy
• Laparoscopic ovariectomy
• Minimally invasive surgery
• Sheep

The aim of this study was to describe a three-portal laparoscopic ovariectomy technique in ewes. A novel three-portal laparoscopic ovariectomy technique was utilized in 40 ewes in a research setting. Surgical time, intra-operative, and post-operative complications were recorded for each ewe. Ovaries were successfully removed utilizing the three-portal laparoscopic technique in all ewes. Median surgical time was 18 min (mean 19 min, range 12-40 min). The surgical procedure had a rapid learning curve. The laparoscopic technique provided excellent access and visualization of the female reproductive organs in the ewe. A 3-portal laparoscopic ovariectomy can be safely and rapidly performed in ewes and may improve patient outcomes, including minimizing postoperative pain and incisional morbidity.

• 出版日期2014-10