Initial Urological Surgery Using a New Domestic Single-Port Surgical Robotic System

Area of Science:

• Urology
• Minimally Invasive Surgery
• Surgical Robotics

Background:

• Single-port robotic surgery offers potential advantages in minimally invasive procedures.
• Evaluating new domestic surgical robots is crucial for advancing surgical technology.

Purpose of the Study:

• To assess the feasibility and safety of the EDGE SP1000 single-port surgical robot for urologic partial nephrectomy and radical prostatectomy.
• To evaluate perioperative outcomes and oncologic results using this new robotic system.

Main Methods:

• A prospective, single-center study involving six urologic procedures (3 partial nephrectomies, 3 radical prostatectomies) using the EDGE SP1000 robot.
• Perioperative data, pathologic outcomes (surgical margins), and surgeon ergonomics (NASA-TLX) were recorded.

Main Results:

• All six procedures were completed successfully without conversion to open or multiport surgery.
• Key outcomes included average operative time (207.92 min), blood loss (100 mL), and negative surgical margins.
• No serious perioperative complications or blood transfusions were required; surgeon comfort was rated positively.

Conclusions:

• The EDGE SP1000 single-port endoscopic surgical robot is safe and feasible for urologic procedures.
• This technology demonstrates promising results for minimally invasive urologic surgery, with good oncologic and safety profiles.