Korean J Anesthesiol.  2009 Jul;57(1):113-116. 10.4097/kjae.2009.57.1.113.

Sciatic neuropathy following robot-assisted laparoscopic myomectomy under lithotomy position: A case report

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  • 1Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea. leejy7035@yahoo.co.kr

Abstract

Sciatic neuropathy is a rare complication of gynecologic procedures with lithotomy position. Anesthesiologists should be aware of the possible causes and take extreme care to prevent nerve injuries. We report a case of postoperative sciatic neuropathy after a robot-assisted laparoscopic myomectomy, despite following recommended guidelines regarding appropriate positioning. Compressive neuropathy following a prolonged operation should be considered.

Keyword

Complication; Neuropathy; Robotic surgery; Sciatic nerve

MeSH Terms

Sciatic Nerve
Sciatic Neuropathy
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