Laparoscopically Assisted Vaginal Hysterectomy
Laparoscopically Assisted Vaginal Hysterectomy
Definition
A surgical procedure that uses a laparoscope to guide the removal of the uterus and/or Fallopian tubes and ovaries through the vagina.
Also known as Laparoscopically Assisted Vaginal Hysterectomy, Laparoscopically Assisted Vaginal Hysterectomy (LAVH), LAVH — per NCIT
Also identified as
- UMLS C0843593 per NCIT
Anatomy
| Organ | Relation | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Uterus | Procedure Has Excised Anatomy | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Female reproductive system | Procedure Has Target Anatomy | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Genitourinary system | Procedure Has Target Anatomy | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |