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Experience with the ENDOCAMELEON in vNOTES (Transvaginal Natural Orifice Transluminal Endoscopic Surgery)

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This report describes our experience using ENDOCAMELEON in Transvaginal Natural Orifice Transluminal Endoscopic Surgery (vNOTES). vNOTES, introduced in Japan in 2020 with the GelPOINT V-Path, has rapidly gained popularity due to its minimal invasiveness and aesthetic benefits. However, the procedure presents challenges, particularly in securing a clear operative field and avoiding interference with instruments. ENDOCAMELEON, which allows flexible viewing angles between 0° and 90°, was used in five cases performed between August and October 2024. The system proved effective in securing a clear view during surgery. We found it particularly useful in overcoming the difficulties of single-port surgery, improving the surgical field visibility without requiring additional working space. Further investigation into optimal usage and more cases are necessary to validate its benefits.

Source: JAPANESE JOURNAL OF GYNECOLOGIC AND OBSTETRIC ENDOSCOPY

DOI: 10.5180/jsgoe.41.1_79

Authors: Makio Yasunaga, Yu Kamishita, Takako Hikari, Naoko Yatsunami

Institution: Saga-Ken Medical Centre Koseikan

Language: English

Topic: Minimally Invasive Surgical Techniques

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4412835129

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