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Robot-assisted radical cystectomy and urinary diversion
Nikhil L Shah1, Ashok K Hemal, Mani Menon
1Vattikuti Urology Institute, Henry Ford Health Systems, 2799 West Grand Boulevard, Detroit, MI 48202, USA.
Current Urology Reports
|February 19, 2005
Summary
Robotic-assisted laparoscopic radical cystectomy offers a minimally invasive approach for bladder cancer. This technique enhances the feasibility of this complex surgical procedure with urinary diversion.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Surgical Oncology
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
Background:
- Radical cystectomy is the standard treatment for muscle-invasive urothelial carcinoma of the bladder.
- Technological advancements have led to minimally invasive surgical options for urologic cancers.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the procedure of robotic-assisted laparoscopic radical cystectomy with urinary diversion.
- To review the relevant literature on this surgical approach.
Main Methods:
- Robotic-assisted laparoscopic radical cystectomy.
- Urinary diversion.
- Literature review.
Main Results:
- The article details the steps involved in robotic-assisted laparoscopic radical cystectomy.
- The feasibility of this complex procedure is enhanced by robotic assistance.
Conclusions:
- Robotic-assisted laparoscopic radical cystectomy is a viable minimally invasive option for urothelial carcinoma of the bladder.
- This approach may improve outcomes for patients undergoing radical cystectomy with urinary diversion.