Abstract:Laparoscopic transabdominal cerclage is becoming the preferred method of treating patients with repeated cases of preterm birth due to cervical insufficiency. This technique reduces the frequency of miscarriages in the second trimester and is an effective prevention of premature birth. This work analyzes modern techniques of applying serclage through transabdominal access: laparotomic, laparoscopic and robot-assisted using the da Vinci® device. Taking into account the advantages and disadvantages of each of th… Show more
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