Journal of minimally invasive gynecology
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J Minim Invasive Gynecol · Nov 2005
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative StudyMinimizing ancillary ports size in gynecologic laparoscopy: a randomized trial.
To evaluate the feasibility, safety, and effect on postoperative pain of laparoscopy for the management of adnexal masses by downsizing ancillary trocars from 5- to 3-mm. ⋯ Three-millimeter ancillary trocars can safely replace traditional-size equipment for the management of adnexal masses without a negative impact on the surgeon's ability to perform gynecologic laparoscopy and are associated with less immediate postoperative pain.