Exciting News: Dr. Marchand’s Latest Meta-Analysis on Opportunistic Salpingectomy for Epithelial Ovarian Cancer Prevention is Published and Open Access!

We’re thrilled to announce that Dr. Marchand’s latest study has just been published in the Journal of the Turkish-German Gynecological Association (J Turk Ger Gynecol Assoc), and it’s freely available online today! The article, titled “Meta-analysis of changes in epithelial ovarian cancer incidence rates associated with salpingectomy: A comparison of 2022-2023 and earlier periods”, was published…

Laparoscopy, Minimally Invasive Surgery, OBGYN

We're thrilled to announce the publication of a groundbreaking systematic review and meta-analysis led by Dr. Greg Marchand and the dedicated research team at the Marchand Institute for Minimally Invasive Surgery! Titled "Laparoendoscopic Single-Site Surgery Versus Conventional Laparoscopic Surgery in Ovarian Cystectomy: A Meta-Analysis", this comprehensive study compares two advanced minimally invasive techniques for removing benign ovarian cysts — Laparoendoscopic Single-Site Surgery (LESS) (using a single small incision, often hidden at the umbilicus for superior cosmetic results) and Conventional Laparoscopic Surgery (CLS) (using multiple small incisions). Analyzing data from 9 studies involving 1,368 women, the meta-analysis reveals compelling insights: LESS is associated with longer operative times (by about 9.4 minutes on average), likely due to the technical demands of working through a single port. However, patients undergoing LESS benefit from a shorter hospital stay (reduced by approximately 0.26 days). Importantly, there are no significant differences in key safety outcomes: postoperative pain scores (at 6 and 24 hours), estimated blood loss, need for opioid analgesics, drop in hemoglobin levels, or overall complication rates. These findings strengthen the evidence that LESS is a safe, effective, and viable alternative to conventional laparoscopy for women with benign ovarian cysts — offering faster recovery and excellent cosmetic advantages while maintaining comparable safety and pain profiles. This work adds valuable high-level evidence to the field of minimally invasive gynecologic surgery and reflects the Marchand Institute's ongoing commitment to advancing women's health through rigorous, volunteer-driven research. Read the full open-access paper for free today: PubMed Central (PMC) (recommended - full text & PDF): https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12734174/ Direct PDF download: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12734174/pdf/jcm-14-08739.pdf Published in Journal of Clinical Medicine (December 10, 2025) – DOI: 10.3390/jcm14248739 We invite clinicians, researchers, and patients interested in the latest advancements in minimally invasive surgery to explore this important contribution. A huge thank you to our incredible team of researchers, students, and collaborators who made this possible — all volunteer efforts dedicated to improving outcomes for women everywhere! Visit us at marchandinstitute.org to learn more about our ongoing research, educational programs, and mission to push the boundaries of minimally invasive techniques.

Newest Paper on Laparoscopic Single Site Ovarian Cystectomy Online Now!

We’re thrilled to announce the publication of a groundbreaking systematic review and meta-analysis led by Dr. Greg Marchand and the dedicated research team at the Marchand Institute for Minimally Invasive Surgery! Titled “Laparoendoscopic Single-Site Surgery Versus Conventional Laparoscopic Surgery in Ovarian Cystectomy: A Meta-Analysis”, this comprehensive study compares two advanced minimally invasive techniques for removing…

Laparoscopy, Laproscopy, Minimally Invasive Surgery, OBGYN

New Systematic Review Reveals Gynecologic Surgeons Achieve Superior Outcomes in Pediatric Adnexal Mass Surgery – Now Freely Available Online!

Dr. Marchand is thrilled to announce that his latest systematic review is now officially published and freely available online today! Titled “Comparison of the Surgical Treatment of Adnexal Masses in Pediatric and Adolescent Patients by Gynecologic Surgeons versus Pediatric Surgeons, a Systematic Review”, this work—led by Greg J. Marchand and colleagues from the Marchand Institute…

Laparoscopy, Minimally Invasive Surgery, OBGYN

Dr. Marchand’s Analysis of Self Collected Pap Smears online today in AJOG!

Dr. Marchand’s Analysis of Self Collected Pap Smears is online today in AJOG’s “Global Reports.” The paper, “Patient vs. clinician-collected cervical cytology for screening for CIN: a systematic review and meta-analysis.” You can view the paper online open access through the publisher (Elsevier): 10.1016/j.xagr.2025.100575, or through the US Government’s NIH website: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12615280/.

Laparoscopy, Laproscopy, Minimally Invasive Surgery, OBGYN

Dr. Marchand’s Newest Article on Ectopic Pregnancy is Online Today!

Dr. Marchand’s newest article on Ectopic pregnancy, entitled “The efficacy of single-incision laparoscopic surgery versus conventional laparoscopic surgery in the surgical management of ectopic pregnancy: A systematic review and meta-analysis” is online today! The full text of the article is available for free at the publisher at this address:  https://www.tjoddergisi.org/articles/the-efficacy-of-single-incision-laparoscopic-surgery-versus-conventional-laparoscopic-surgery-in-the-surgical-management-of-ectopic-pregnancy-a-systematic-review-and-meta-analysis/doi/tjod.galenos.2025.02761

 

Laparoscopy, Laproscopy, Minimally Invasive Surgery, OBGYN

Dr. Marchand back in EJOG with a New Article on The Latest Generation of MIGS Techniques

Dr. Marchand is thrilled to be back in EJOG this month with his newest publication on the latest generation of MIGS Techniques.  This paper looks into new techniques, including miniature and single port techniques. The paper is called : “Comparative efficacy and safety of newest generation minimally invasive techniques in hysterectomy: A meta-analysis of miniature…

Laparoscopy, Laproscopy, Minimally Invasive Surgery, OBGYN

Dr. Marchand’s Newest Paper on Marijuana Use in Pregnancy is Now Online!

Dr. Marchand’s Newest Paper on Marijuana Use in Pregnancy is Now Online! The latest meta analysis comparing outcomes for pregnancies exposed to marijuana is now online and free to read!  You can see the full paper here at the publisher’s website: https://mhnpjournal.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s40748-025-00216-9  Or on the US Government’s Pubmed Website Here: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40745566/

 

Laparoscopy, Minimally Invasive Surgery, OBGYN

Dr. Marchand’s Latest Work on VNOTES online Now!

Dr. Marchand’s Latest work on the subject of VNOTES, “The feasibility and surgical outcomes of robotic vaginal natural orifice transluminal endoscopic single port hysterectomy for benign gynecologic diseases: a systematic review and meta-analysis” is now available online.  The paper is open-access and freely accessable through the original publisher at AJOG Global Reports, as well as…

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