Laparoscopic Resection of Deep Pelvic Endometriosis with Rectosigmoid Involvement

Abstract

Though technically demanding, complete radical laparoscopic excision of endometriotic implants can be accomplished with preservation of the reproductive organs and appropriate use of bowel resection in the majority of patients. The surgeon or gynecologist who plans to perform laparoscopic excision of deep pelvic endometriosis should have the ability or access to expertise for laparoscopic partial or segmental bowel resection or plan to convert to laparotomy when faced with this disease location.