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The purpose of this study is to evaluate the possible impacts of two techniques of vaginal cuff closure during robotic hysterectomy. We aim to compare vertical vs horizontal vaginal cuff closure and the impact that these techniques have on vaginal length, sexual function, and overall complication rates.
A Validated questionnaire the Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI) and total vaginal lengths will be used to evaluate patients pre-operatively, at 4-6 weeks post-operatively, and 6 months post operatively. The FSFI will also be sent to the patient 12 months post operatively. These data will be used to assess sexual function and total vaginal length in patients undergoing minimally invasive hysterectomy. The study endpoint will occur after the 12 month follow-up questionnaire. Additionally, all complications following surgery will be tracked over the study period for comparison.
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| Label | Type | Description | Intervention Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vertical Cuff | Experimental | Vaginal cuff closure will be done vertically. |
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| Horizontal Cuff | Experimental | Vaginal cuff closure will be done horizontally. |
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| Name | Type | Description | Arm Group Labels | Other Names |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cuff Closure | Procedure | Closure of the vaginal cuff following hysterectomy. |
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| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
|---|---|---|
| Vaginal Length | The primary endpoint measured in the study will be total vaginal length. This will be measured preoperatively, at 4-6 weeks postoperatively. | up to 4-6 weeks post-operative |
| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
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| Sexual Function | Secondary outcomes will include sexual function measured with FSFI preoperatively and at 6 months and 12 months post operatively. | Pre-operative, 6 and 12 months post-operativey |
| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
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| Complication Rates | Overall complication rates will be monitored. | up to 12 months post-operativey |
Inclusion Criteria:
1. Female premenopausal patients undergoing robot assisted total laparoscopic hysterectomy
Exclusion Criteria:
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| Name | Affiliation | Role |
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| Timothy A Deimling, MD, MS | Milton S. Hershey Medical Center | Principal Investigator |
| Facility | Status | City | State | ZIP | Country | Contacts |
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| Penn State Hershey Medical Center | Hershey | Pennsylvania | 17033 | United States |
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