AUGS/IUGA Scientific Meeting 2019-Technique for Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation

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Video Summary

The video discusses a novel technique for sacrospinous ligament fixation. The process involves using a finger to locate the sacrospinous ligament as the preferred site of attachment. A finger guide device is positioned at the desired location and a 12 mm distance is maintained between the guide and the working channel. The patented finger guide helps protect the rectum while allowing the working channel to remain lateral. The anchor is driven through the working channel and into the ligament, with the safety latch being released for proper deployment. The procedure is repeated on the contralateral side, and sutures are used to secure the anchor to the uterine cervix. Pain management and post-operative care are also discussed, including avoiding opioids, conducting post-operative exams, and using stool softeners. No credits were mentioned in the transcript.

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Michael White, PhD, MD

Keywords

sacrospinous ligament fixation

finger guide device

working channel

anchor deployment

post-operative care