Surgery
Conference Coverage
Robotic hysterectomy plus mini-lap outperformed open procedure
NATIONAL HARBOR, MD. – Robotic hysterectomy combined with mini-laparotomy is a safe and feasible option for tissue extraction when contained...
Master Class
Understanding the new economic benefits of in-office hysteroscopy
In 2017, there has been a marked increased in reimbursement for hysteroscopic endometrial biopsy and/or polypectomy.
Master Class
Payment changes drive hysteroscopy to the office
At the crux of this shift has been a 237% increase in the physician office payment for hysteroscopic endometrial biopsy and/or polypectomy.
From Society of Gynecologic Surgeons
Technique for apical suspension at the time of total laparoscopic hysterectomy
Conference Coverage
VIDEO: Dr. Charles E. Miller’s AAGL highlights
NATIONAL HARBOR, MD. – The AAGL past president shares his take on the best of AAGL.
News for Your Practice
Researchers say there is room for improvement in ObGyn opioid prescribing practices
“Gynecologists are overprescribing postoperative prescription opioids in all levels of gynecologic surgery.”
News for Your Practice
Clinical implications of cesarean-induced isthmoceles
Researchers studying uteri removed via hysterectomy found a variety of wall thicknesses at the cesarean incision site indicating nonunion healing...
Conference Coverage
Preop endocervical sampling pathology can guide trachelectomy planning
NATIONAL HARBOR, MD. – Findings from preoperative endocervical sampling were fairly consistent with pathologies identified at trachelectomy, in a...
Expert Commentary
Career (of your dreams) advice for young MIGS surgeons
Conference Coverage
VIDEO: Outpatient hysterectomies offer advantages for surgeons, patients
NATIONAL HARBOR, MD. – Getting high-volume surgeons to perform outpatient advanced gynecologic procedures saves money for the health care system...
Latest News
Higher BMI linked to lower risk of hysterectomy reoperation
NATIONAL HARBOR, MD. – The counter-intuitive findings show that weighing more actually reduces the risk of reoperation.