Reconstructive microsurgery of the female reproductive tract utilizing the carbon dioxide laser.

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The use of the CO2 laser as an adjunct to microsurgery for restoration of the female reproductive tract was studied in 82 patients from March 1980-March 1981. No accidents or operative complications were experienced. The details of the surgical procedures using the CO2 laser beam to incise, excise, and vaporize tissue are presented. 21 conceptions occurred in 20 patients after limited exposure to pregnancy. This represents 48% of 42 patients at risk of conception. Follow-up is continuing in the patient population. Based upon experience to date, more conceptions are expected as exposure to pregnancy lengthens and more patients become at risk. (author's modified)

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