Abstract
Introduction and hypothesis
We present a video describing the technical considerations for performing a LeFort colpocleisis.
Methods
A 79-year-old woman presented with a symptomatic vaginal bulge. She was not sexually active, and had no desire to maintain the vaginal canal. Her history was significant for aortic valve replacement, chronic anticoagulation, and a cardiac pacemaker. She had uterine procidentia, with occult stress urinary incontinence. After discussing options, she elected to undergo LeFort colpocleisis. Following sharp endometrial curettage, hydro-dissection was performed with lidocaine and epinephrine. Rectangular patches of vaginal epithelium were excised anteriorly and posteriorly, and the proximal margins were re-approximated, inverting the cervix. Following this, the lateral margins were re-approximated to create lateral channels. The anterior and posterior rectangles were then plicated, reducing the prolapse. The vaginal incision was closed transversely. A retropubic, synthetic, mid-urethral sling was placed, and an aggressive posterior colpoperineorrhaphy was performed.
Results
Her postoperative course was uncomplicated. At her 6-week follow-up she had no recurrent prolapse, denied stress incontinence, and was voiding without difficulty.
Conclusions
Important tips for LeFort colpocleisis include ruling out underlying malignancy, using lidocaine with epinephrine for hydrodissection, creating adequate lateral channels, closure in multiple layers with excellent hemostasis, and an aggressive posterior repair.
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Raju, R., Occhino, J.A. & Linder, B.J. LeFort partial colpocleisis: tips and technique. Int Urogynecol J 31, 1697–1699 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00192-019-04194-3
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