McCall culdoplasty
Surgical technique to support the vaginal apex by incorporating the uterosacral ligaments during hysterectomy.
Full Definition
McCall culdoplasty is a surgical procedure performed during vaginal or abdominal hysterectomy to provide support to the vaginal apex and prevent future prolapse. The technique involves placing sutures through the uterosacral ligaments and incorporating them into the vaginal cuff closure. This creates a suspensory mechanism that helps maintain the normal anatomical position of the vaginal vault. The procedure is named after Dr. Milton McCall and is considered an important prophylactic measure against post-hysterectomy vaginal vault prolapse.
Usage
Usage note: Always capitalize 'McCall' as it's an eponym; distinguish from other culdoplasty techniques.
In Context
- "A McCall culdoplasty was performed at the time of hysterectomy to prevent future vaginal vault prolapse." — operative report
- "The surgeon incorporated McCall culdoplasty technique into the vaginal cuff closure." — surgical documentation