Laparoscopically Assisted Vaginal Hysterectomy: A Review of Current Issues
Published online by Cambridge University Press: 10 March 2009
Abstract
A review of 39 articles found no consensus on indication for laparoscopic assisted vaginal hysterectomy (LAVH) compared with traditional approaches. Since only three randomized trials comparing LAVH with traditional methods exist, the scientific basis for surgical choice is lacking. Uncontrolled studies indicated that outcomes following LAVH were not superior to vaginal hysterectomy and costs were significantly higher.
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- International Journal of Technology Assessment in Health Care , Volume 13 , Issue 2 , Spring 1997 , pp. 368 - 379
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