Gynecologic Surgery Glossary

Surgical emergency involving twisting of the ovary around its vascular pedicle, cutting off blood supply.

Surgical relocation of ovaries outside the radiation field to preserve ovarian function.

Surgical removal of the parametrium, the connective tissue surrounding the cervix and upper vagina.

Extension of cervical cancer into the parametrial tissues, indicating locally advanced disease.

Connective tissue surrounding the cervix and upper vagina, containing blood vessels, lymphatics, and nerves. Surgically...

The connective tissue and smooth muscle surrounding the cervix and upper vagina, extending laterally to the pelvic sidew...

Surgical correction of lateral vaginal wall defects by reattaching the vagina to the arcus tendineus fasciae pelvis.

Radical surgical procedure involving removal of multiple pelvic organs, typically performed for advanced or recurrent gy...

Infection of the female upper genital tract, often requiring surgical intervention when conservative treatment fails.

Surgical removal of pelvic lymph nodes, typically performed for staging and treatment of gynecologic cancers.

Laboratory analysis of fluid collected from the peritoneal cavity to detect malignant cells. Important staging procedure...

Diagnostic procedure involving irrigation of the peritoneal cavity to collect fluid for cytological examination.

Low transverse abdominal incision commonly used for gynecologic surgeries, offering excellent cosmetic results.

Introduction of gas into the peritoneal cavity to create working space for laparoscopic surgery. Typically uses carbon d...

A method of female sterilization involving loop formation and resection of a segment of the fallopian tube.

Standardized system for quantifying pelvic organ prolapse using specific anatomical landmarks and measurements.

Surgical repair of the posterior vaginal wall to correct rectocele and restore normal anatomy.

Complete or partial closure of the rectovesical pouch, often due to endometriosis or adhesive disease.

A condition where the pudendal nerve becomes compressed or trapped, causing chronic pelvic pain that may require surgica...

Fertility-preserving surgery for early cervical cancer involving removal of the cervix while preserving the uterine body...

Pelvic organ prolapse where the rectum bulges into the posterior vaginal wall.

Abnormal communication between the rectum and vagina requiring complex surgical repair techniques.

Dilated veins within the round ligament, typically occurring during pregnancy and causing inguinal pain.

Retained products of conception. Remaining fetal or placental tissue after incomplete pregnancy termination requiring su...