Laparoscopic Nerve-Sparing Radical Vaginectomy in Patients With Vaginal Carcinoma: Surgical Technique and Operative Outcomes

Laparoscopic radical parametrectomy/vaginectomy with pelvic/para-aortic lymphadenectomy is a therapeutic option for early stage vaginal carcinoma. Nerve-sparing radical surgery in indicated patients may lead to optimal preservation of bladder function. The technique described in this preliminary study seems to be safe and feasible, and was relatively easy to perform in our study population.