What is the goal of a colpotomy?

The goal of a colpotomy is to perform a vaginal wall incision. This procedure involves making an incision in the vaginal wall to access the pelvic cavity for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes. It is commonly utilized in gynecological surgeries, particularly when it is necessary to visualize or obtain access to underlying structures, such as the ovaries or pelvic organs, without directly approaching them through an abdominal incision.

This approach is particularly beneficial because it provides a less invasive option for procedures like cyst drainage, biopsy, or to treat pelvic inflammatory disease. The technique allows practitioners to perform necessary procedures while minimizing recovery time and complications associated with more invasive surgeries.

Other options might touch upon aspects of gynecological examinations or treatments, but they do not correctly describe the primary objective of a colpotomy, which is fundamentally about creating an incision in the vaginal wall itself.