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Simultaneous bilateral robotic partial nephrectomy: Case report and critical evaluation of the technique
Claudio Giberti1, Fabrizio Gallo1, Maurizio Schenone1
1Claudio Giberti, Fabrizio Gallo, Maurizio Schenone, Pierluigi Cortese, Department of Urology, San Paolo Hospital, 17100 Savona, Italy.
World Journal of Clinical Cases
|June 20, 2014
Summary
This study demonstrates the feasibility and safety of simultaneous bilateral robot-assisted partial nephrectomy (RAPN) for treating kidney tumors. The procedure offers cosmetic benefits and positive outcomes for select patients, requiring skilled surgeons.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Robotic Surgery
Background:
- Bilateral renal masses require careful management.
- Robot-assisted partial nephrectomy (RAPN) is a standard treatment for localized renal tumors.
- Simultaneous bilateral RAPN has not been widely reported.

