Citation
Shakir NA, Zhao LC. Robotic-assisted genitourinary reconstruction: current state and future directions. Ther Adv Urol. 2021 Jul 31;13:17562872211037111. doi: 10.1177/17562872211037111. PMID: 34377155; PMCID: PMC8326819.
Abstract
With the widespread dissemination of robotic surgical platforms, pathology previously deemed insurmountable or challenging has been treated with reliable and replicable outcomes. The advantages of precise articulation for dissection and suturing, tremor reduction, three-dimensional magnified visualization, and minimally invasive trocar sites have allowed for the management of such diverse disease as recurrent or refractory bladder neck stenoses, and radiation-induced ureteral strictures, with excellent perioperative and functional outcomes. Intraoperative adjuncts such as near-infrared imaging aid in identification and preservation of healthy tissue. More recent developments include robotics via the single port platform, gender-affirming surgery, and multidisciplinary approaches to complex pelvic reconstruction. Here, we review the recent literature comprising developments in robotic-assisted genitourinary reconstruction, with a view towards emerging technologies and future trends in techniques.
Key Points
- Published in Therapeutic advances in urology in 2021.
- Indexed in PubMed as PMID 34377155.
- Mapped to Ureteral Reconstruction, Urethral Stricture & Urethroplasty, Gender-Affirming Surgery.
- Abstract available from PubMed and rendered as static text on this page.
Clinical Relevance
This work sits within Dr. Zhao's upper urinary tract reconstruction bibliography, including robotic ureteral repair, buccal mucosa graft ureteroplasty, reimplantation, pyeloplasty failure, and complex salvage reconstruction.