Utility of an Organ Retraction Sponge (Endoractor®) in Gynecological Laparoscopic Surgery

Abstract

We evaluated the utility and safety of the Endoractor®, an organ retraction sponge that can be inserted through a 12-mm trocar to secure a surgical field in laparoscopic surgery. Retrospective study (Canadian Task force classification III) University-affiliated hospital Twenty-four women The Endoractor®, a 100% cellulose sponge fabricated by compression, can be inserted through a 12-mm port. Absorption of about 80 mL of physiological saline causes the swelling sponge to displace organs away from the surgical field. Measurements and Main result: we used the Endoractor® in 24 patients, placed in a horizontal position. In all patient, the intestine did not fall into the pelvis, and surgery was easily performed. Using the Endoractor®, even in a horizontal position without use of the Trendelenburg position, allowed a good surgical field to be secured.