Single-port compared with conventional laparoscopic ovarian cystectomy for benign ovarian cysts: a systematic review and meta-analysis - Scorecard - MDSpire

Single-port compared with conventional laparoscopic ovarian cystectomy for benign ovarian cysts: a systematic review and meta-analysis

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  • Yuhao Zhu

  • Rong Tang

  • Lingli Hu

  • Yupei Lei

  • Weimin Xie

  • June 9, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Comparison of Single-Port Laparoscopic Ovarian Cystectomy and Traditional Laparoscopic Approach for Benign Ovarian Cysts: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
Condition
Key MechanismsSingle-port laparoscopic cystectomy (SLC) vs. conventional laparoscopic cystectomy (CLC) - ensure clarity and source attribution.
Target Population
Care Setting

Key Highlights

  • No significant differences in intraoperative and postoperative complications between SLC and CLC.
  • SLC associated with lower postoperative pain scores at 24 hours.
  • SLC had a longer operative time compared to CLC.
  • Primary outcomes included serum AMH concentration and various perioperative metrics.
  • Study included 14 full-text studies with 1,691 participants.

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

  • Evaluate benign ovarian cysts primarily through imaging and clinical assessment.

Management

  • Consider SLC as a minimally invasive option for benign ovarian cysts.

Monitoring & Follow-up

  • Monitor serum AMH concentration to assess ovarian reserve postoperatively.

Risks

  • Be aware of potential complications and the impact on ovarian reserve.

Patient & Prescribing Data

Women with symptomatic benign ovarian cysts.

SLC may offer cosmetic benefits but involves longer operative times.

Clinical Best Practices

  • Ensure intact resection of ovarian cysts to prevent tumor upstaging.
  • Evaluate the impact of surgical options on ovarian reserve.

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