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the uterus is closed in two layers using a large (such as 2-0 or 0) absorbable suture, something like a chromic gut, the fascia is closed using a heavy suture such as a 3-0 ethibond (nonabsorbable), plain gut can be used if any for subcutaneous closure, and an absorbable suture can be used on the subcuticular a smaller guage such as 4-0 vicryl, finally the skin can be closed with either staples (most common), tape (uncommon), or sutured with nylon suture (most eventually be removed).
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∙ 10y ago2-0 Nylon for securing the drain, 3-0 Vicryl for reappoximating of deep dermal layer and 4-0 monocryl for subcu/skin.
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∙ 13y agoI have an open fracture of the tibia and fibula and metal staples were used however that may not be the same in all cases
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Do they use trans vaginal mesh when doing a hysterectomy?
No
Can you have bv after hysteretomy?
Yes, you can have Bacterial Vaginosis after a hysterectomy. Bacterial Vaginosis is a vaginal infection, as you still have a vaginal canal in tact after a hysterectomy you are still at risk of developing vaginal infections like this one.
Do you need a vaginal exam if you have had a complete hystroectomy?
do you need a vaginal exam if you have had a complete hysterectomy
Can you get trichomaniasis after a hysterectomy?
You can always get it but it's not typical after a hysterectomy if that is what you mean. It's a vaginal infection and you still have a vagina.
When you have a full hysterectomy where does the sperm go?
Just into the vaginal canal.
What is a vaginal vault?
A vaginal vault is formed when a woman has a hysterectomy. It is the open space that is made after the vagina and cervix are removed.
Where will hysterectomy take place?
It depends on whether the procedure is a vaginal hysterectomy or an abdominal hysterectomy - and if it is an abdominal hysterectomy, if it includes unilateral or bilateral salpingectomy, and it is includes unilateral or bilateral oophorectomy.
Why do women have to have pap smears if they have had a radical hysterectomy?
You can still get cancer in the vaginal canal.
What surgical procedure used to suture a weakness in the vaginal wall?
Colporrhaphy, usually done by pulling together the weakened area of the vaginal wall with sutures.
What is the cpt code for vaginal removal of a 230-gram uterus?
58260 Vaginal hysterectomy, for uterus 250g or less. I have to google vaginal removal since i couldn't find it under that wording or uterus removal. So Googling on the internet the words vagina removal, led me to the medical term vaginal hysterectomy, is the proper term, looked it up in CPT book and there it was vaginal hysterectomy, for uterus 250g or less, 58260. When you can't locate it by the way the teacher has the question written, then google it because there is always a proper term wording for the way she has it written, which is a trick question, I call it.
Wha t would cause vaginal bleeding after a hysterectomy?
It is normal to experience some bleeding after a hysterectomy. If the bleeding has become a concern, contact your physician right away.
Do women have vaginal dryness after a hysterectomy?
Vaginal dryness is common in women after hysterectomy or menopause due to hormonal changes. There are options to help, including hormone replacement therapy and other products which the woman's doctor can recommend.
