Comparison of Perioperative Outcomes of Three Different Instruments in Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy

Comparison of the Use of LigaSure, Halo PKS Cutting Forceps and Enseal Tissue Sealer in Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy: a Randomised Trial.

There are many instruments with different energy modalities or with different properties that are available for use in total laparoscopic hysterectomy. The aim of the present study is to compare three of these instruments that are present in our clinic - HALO PKS Cutting Forceps, LigaSure and Enseal Tissue Sealer, in total laparoscopic hysterectomy with respect to operation time, blood loss, change in hemoglobin / hematocrit levels, perioperative complications, return of gastrointestinal activity and hospitalization time.

Inclusion Criteria:

• any women with the indication of hysterectomy

Exclusion Criteria:

• malignancy
• having 3 or more previous abdominal surgeries
• uterus being larger than 12 weeks of gestation
• patients who must undergo additional surgical procedures during the same operation