While both local vasoconstrictors and tourniquet application are recognized methods for blood loss control, there is a paucity of head-to-head randomized controlled trials directly comparing these two distinct approaches in laparoscopic myomectomy. Existing data often compare these methods to no intervention or to other less common techniques. A direct comparison is essential to determine which method offers superior hemostasis with an acceptable safety profile in the laparoscopic setting. This study aims to address this gap in the literature.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
SINGLE
Enrollment
37
The tourniquet will be tightened just enough to achieve visible blanching of the uterus, indicating adequate vascular occlusion, but without excessive tension to avoid tissue damage
Approximately 5-10 mL of the diluted epinephrine will be injected into the myometrium surrounding each fibroid, specifically at the base of the myoma and along the planned incision line, using a laparoscopic injection needle.
Intraoperative Blood Loss
Time frame: During operation
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