Comparing routine versus selective ureter protection during laparoscopic hysterectomy
This trial compares two ways to protect the ureters (tubes that carry urine) during laparoscopic hysterectomy. It tests whether doing a routine dissection of the ureters is better than only doing it when needed, aiming to reduce complications without extra risks.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman between the ages of 35 and 70.
- You are scheduled to have a hysterectomy done laparoscopically (through small cuts) for a non-cancerous condition, such as fibroids, heavy bleeding, adenomyosis, or chronic pelvic pain.
- Your uterus is not larger than about 16 weeks of pregnancy size.
- You have not had radiation therapy to the pelvic area before.
- You do not have any known problems with your ureters or other pelvic structures.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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