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Retzius-Sparing Robot-Assisted Radical Prostatectomy

Retzius-Sparing Robot-Assisted Radical Prostatectomy

Published on: May 19, 2022

Transvesical robotic radical prostatectomy.

Mihir M Desai¹, Monish Aron, Andre Berger

¹Department of Urology, Glickman Urological and Kidney Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH 44195, USA. desaim1@ccf.org

BJU International

|November 8, 2008

Summary

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Transvesical robotic radical prostatectomy (TRRP) is technically feasible in cadavers using multi-port or single-port approaches. This novel technique shows promise for future clinical applications in prostate surgery.

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Area of Science:

Urology
Robotic Surgery
Surgical Innovation

Background:

Transvesical robotic radical prostatectomy (TRRP) is an emerging surgical technique.
Cadaveric studies are crucial for assessing the feasibility of novel surgical procedures.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the technical feasibility of performing transvesical robotic radical prostatectomy (TRRP) in a cadaveric model.
To assess both multi-port and single-port transvesical robotic approaches.

Main Methods:

TRRP was performed in two male cadavers using the da Vinci-S robotic system.
Procedures involved transvesical dissection of prostatectomy structures and urethro-vesical anastomosis.
Real-time transrectal ultrasonography was utilized in one procedure.

Main Results:

Both multi-port and single-port TRRP were technically successful in the cadaver model.
No additional ports or conversion to standard laparoscopy were required.
The multi-port procedure took 3 hours; the single-port took 4.2 hours, with arm clashing noted in the latter.

Conclusions:

Transvesical robotic radical prostatectomy (TRRP) is technically feasible in cadavers via multi-port or single-port techniques.
The clinical application of this novel approach is anticipated.
Further advancements in technique and instrumentation may expand percutaneous intraluminal surgery.