Improved bladder function in radical hysterectomy without worsening oncologic outcome: resection of the posterior layer of the vesicouterine ligament with the procedure limited to the vesical veins.

Resection of the posterior layer of the vesicouterine ligament, with the procedure limited to the vesical veins, is an effective and safe method for radical hysterectomy. It may be more useful for preserving the bladder function, without leading to unfavorable oncologic outcomes.