Da Vinci Single-Port Robotic Radical Prostatectomy

Area of Science:

• Urologic Surgery
• Minimally Invasive Surgery
• Robotic Surgery

Background:

• The field of robotic surgery is advancing with the introduction of single-port (SP) platforms.
• These platforms hold significant promise for urologic procedures, with radical prostatectomy being a primary application since FDA clearance in 2018.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe and illustrate the step-by-step surgical technique for single-port radical prostatectomy.
• To provide a comprehensive guide from patient positioning to anastomosis.

Main Methods:

• Detailed description of the SP radical prostatectomy technique.
• Inclusion of video compilation covering key surgical steps.
• Explanation of patient positioning and trocar placement.

Main Results:

• Comprehensive illustration of SP radical prostatectomy surgical steps.
• Demonstration of critical procedures including bladder neck dissection, nerve sparing, and anastomosis.
• Guidance on lymph node dissection within the SP framework.

Conclusions:

• Single-port radical prostatectomy represents a significant advancement in robotic urologic surgery.
• The described technique provides a valuable resource for surgeons adopting SP platforms.
• SP platforms offer a promising future for minimally invasive urologic interventions.