Complications of Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy in a Tertiary Care Center

Introduction Laparoscopic hysterectomy is a standard practice in developed countries and corporate setups in India but is a relatively new practice in government institutions; surgical audits are rarely done in our institutions. This study aims to determine the complications of total laparoscopic hysterectomy (TLH) in a tertiary care center in India. Methods This was a retrospective record review of patients admitted to the Obstetrics and Gynecology department of Veer Surendra Sai Institute of Medical Sciences and Research (VIMSAR), Odisha, India. Data were collected from case sheets of patients who underwent TLH, operated on between January 2018 and May 2022. Demographic and clinical data were extracted and analyzed. Results Of the 223 consecutive patients, 12 (5.3%) were converted to laparotomy. The mean age of patients was 44.34 years (+/- 5.457), with a mean BMI of 24.24 kg/m2 (+/- 2.181). The mean surgical duration was 1.895 hr (+/- 0.487), with a mean blood loss of 140 ml and an average hospital stay of 3.25 (+/- 0.821) days. Duration of surgery, blood loss, and hospital stay decreased with the surgeon's increasing experience. Reoperation was not needed in any case. Complications were recorded in about 18 (8.07%) cases. Also, major complications were less. Conclusion Total laparoscopic hysterectomy is a less invasive and safe alternative to total abdominal hysterectomy, offering the benefits of minimally invasive surgery, and is also ideal for candidates unsuitable for vaginal hysterectomy.