Charles‐pierre denonvilliers (1808–1872): Renowned anatomist, plastic surgeon, and influential member of French society

Charran, Ordessia; Muhleman, Mitchel; Shoja, Mohammadali Mohajel; Tubbs, R. Shane; Loukas, Marios

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“…[10] This structure is present between the prostate or vagina and the mesorectum, and it is considered as a tension-induced structure or a peritoneal fusion fascia. [6,11,12] Some experts consider that DF forms the surface of the anterior aspect of the mesorectum and the optimal TME for rectal cancer is by dissection in front of DF.…”

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Effect of preservation of Denonvilliers’ fascia during laparoscopic resection for mid-low rectal cancer on protection of male urinary and sexual functions

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Zheng³

et al. 2016

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The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of preservation of Denonvilliers’ fascia (DF) during laparoscopic resection for mid-low rectal cancer on protection of male urogenital function. Whether preservation of DF during TME is effective for protection of urogenital function is largely elusive.Seventy-four cases of male mid-low rectal cancer were included. Radical laparoscopic proctectomy was performed, containing 38 cases of preservation of DF (P-group) and 36 cases of resection of DF (R-group) intraoperatively. Intraoperative electrical nerve stimulation (INS) on pelvic autonomic nerve was performed and intravesical pressure was measured manometrically. Urinary function was evaluated by residual urine volume (RUV), International Prostatic Symptom Score (IPSS), and quality of life (QoL). Sexual function was evaluated using the International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF) scale and ejaculation function classification.Compared with performing INS on the surfaces of prostate and seminal vesicles in the R-group, INS on DF in the P-group exhibited higher increasing intravesical pressure (7.3 ± 1.5 vs 5.9 ± 2.4 cmH2O, P = 0.008). In addtion, the P-group exhibited lower RUV (34.3 ± 27.2 vs 57.1 ± 50.7 mL, P = 0.020), lower IPSS and QoL scores (7 days: 6.1 ± 2.4 vs 9.5 ± 5.9, P = 0.002 and 2.2 ± 1.1 vs 2.9 ± 1.1, P = 0.005; 1 month: 5.1 ± 2.4 vs 6.6 ± 2.2, P = 0.006 and 1.6 ± 0.7 vs 2.1 ± 0.6, P = 0.003, respectively), higher IIEF score (3 months: 10.7 ± 2.1 vs 8.9 ± 2.0, P = 0.000; 6 months: 14.8 ± 2.2 vs 12.9 ± 2.2, P = 0.001) and lower incidence of ejaculation dysfunction (3 months: 28.9% vs 52.8%, P = 0.037; 6 months: 18.4% vs 44.4%, P = 0.016) postoperatively.Preservation of DF during laparoscopic resection for selective male mid-low rectal cancer is effective for protection of urogenital function.

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Effect of preservation of Denonvilliers’ fascia during laparoscopic resection for mid-low rectal cancer on protection of male urinary and sexual functions

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Fang²,

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et al. 2016

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“…DVF. Denonvilliers first described the DVF in 1836 (26). The DVF separates the rectum from the bladder and seminal vesicles in men and the cervix and vagina in women (27).…”

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Fascial Organisation and Lymphatic Systems Around the Pelvic Floor: A Literature Review

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Denonvilliers’ fascia revisited

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Although several studies have reported that the peritoneum does not contribute to the formation of a fascia between the urogenital organs and rectum, Denonvilliers' fascia (DF), a fascia between the mesorectum and prostate (or vagina) in adults, is believed to be a remnant of the peritoneum. Remnants of the peritoneum, however, were reportedly difficult to detect in other fusion fasciae of the abdominopelvic region in mid-term fetuses. To examine morphological changes of the pelvic cul-de-sac of the peritoneum, we examined 18 male and 6 female embryos and fetuses. A typical cul-de-sac was observed only at 7 weeks, whereas, at later stages, the peritoneal cavity did not extend inferiorly to the level of the prostatic colliculus or the corresponding structure in females. The cul-de-sac had completely disappeared in front of the rectum at 8 weeks and homogeneous and loose mesenchymal tissue was present in front of the rectum at the level of the colliculus at 12-16 weeks. We found no evidence that linearly arranged mesenchymal cells developed into a definite fascia. Therefore, the development of the DF in later stages of fetal development may result from the mechanical stress on the increased volumes of the mesorectum, seminal vesicle, prostate and vagina and/or enlarged rectum. Therefore, we considered the DF as a tension-induced structure rather than a fusion fascia. Fasciae around the viscera seemed to be classified into (1) a fusion fascia, (2) a migration fascia and (3) a tension-induced fascia although the second and third types are likely to be overlapped.

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Charles‐pierre denonvilliers (1808–1872): Renowned anatomist, plastic surgeon, and influential member of French society

Cited by 3 publications

References 6 publications

Effect of preservation of Denonvilliers’ fascia during laparoscopic resection for mid-low rectal cancer on protection of male urinary and sexual functions

Effect of preservation of Denonvilliers’ fascia during laparoscopic resection for mid-low rectal cancer on protection of male urinary and sexual functions

Fascial Organisation and Lymphatic Systems Around the Pelvic Floor: A Literature Review

Denonvilliers’ fascia revisited

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