Breakage of Resectoscopic Cutting Loop Tip, during trance cervical resection: A case report

Abstract

We experienced The breakage of resectoscopic cutting loop tip while we were performing the transcervical resection . And the broken pieces were all retrieved without causing any trouble. It is very rare to break a loop tip, but a cutting loop should be maintained in a good condition at anytime. And it is mandatory to check it whether if there is any crack or worn-out before starting the operation to prevent this kind of complication. Also, we learned the importance of knowing how to immediately manage sudden break of the resectoscopic cutting loop.