Table 2 The Hohl uterine manipulator
From: A comparative survey of various uterine manipulators used in operative laparoscopy
Advantages | Disadvantages |
|---|---|
Movement ranges +130°, +90° in the posterior plane | Elevation of the uterus is restricted |
Allows independent movements | The initial screwing movement can cause cervical bleeding |
Less traumatic | Can be used effectively only in hysterectomy procedures |
Reusable instrument | |
Pneumoperitoneum is maintained |