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Ho MC, Hashim H. Surveillance and Management of Bladder Diverticulum in the Setting of Bladder Outlet Obstruction. CURRENT BLADDER DYSFUNCTION REPORTS 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s11884-022-00664-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/15/2022]
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Tonzi M, Watson MJ, Singh A. Bladder diverticulectomy using a pre-peritoneal, trans-vesicle approach with the SP platform: A novel approach. Urol Case Rep 2021; 39:101753. [PMID: 34189055 PMCID: PMC8219756 DOI: 10.1016/j.eucr.2021.101753] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/21/2021] [Revised: 06/07/2021] [Accepted: 06/09/2021] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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A 64-year-old male with a history of urothelial carcinoma was found to have recurrence of his disease inside of a narrow neck bladder diverticulum on surveillance cystoscopy. The da Vinci Single Port robotic system was used to perform an extraperitoneal, trans-vesicle partial cystectomy with en-bloc resection. To our knowledge, this is the initial case report of a trans-vesicle resection using the da Vinci Single Port robotic system, and provides an alternative to traditional minimally invasive approaches.
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- Michael Tonzi
- UT Erlanger Urology, Erlanger Medical Mall, 979 E 3rd St, Chattanooga, TN, 37403, United States
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- UT Erlanger Urology, Erlanger Medical Mall, 979 E 3rd St, Chattanooga, TN, 37403, United States
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- UT Erlanger Urology, Erlanger Medical Mall, 979 E 3rd St, Chattanooga, TN, 37403, United States
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Almujalhem A, Rha KH. Surgical robotic systems: What we have now? A urological perspective. BJUI COMPASS 2020; 1:152-159. [PMID: 35475213 PMCID: PMC8988814 DOI: 10.1002/bco2.31] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2020] [Revised: 06/10/2020] [Accepted: 06/21/2020] [Indexed: 01/31/2023] Open
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- Department of Urology Yonsei UniversitySeverance Hospital Seoul South Korea
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Gosrisirikul C, Don Chang K, Raheem AA, Rha KH. New era of robotic surgical systems. Asian J Endosc Surg 2018; 11:291-299. [PMID: 30306719 DOI: 10.1111/ases.12660] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/15/2018] [Revised: 08/20/2018] [Accepted: 09/17/2018] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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INTRODUCTION To provide an update on the current status of robotic systems for surgery and the companies that produce these systems. METHODS A non-systematic literature review was performed by using the PubMED/MEDLINE electronic search engines. Existing patents for robotic companies and devices were researched by using the Google search engine. RESULTS Since the da Vinci Surgical System's patent expired, we have been able to predict the future of robotic companies based on the various robotic systems being developed. Currently, various attempts are being made to create consoles, robotic arms, cameras, handles, and instruments and to implement specific functions (e.g. haptic feedback, eye tracking). Herein, the benefits and limitations of each technology are identified, and likely future developments are described. CONCLUSIONS The robotic surgical systems are continually being developed by various companies around the world. New technologies have been increasingly implemented to improve on the capabilities of previously established systems and surgical ergonomics. Future studies may need to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of each robotic surgical system.
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- Department of Urology, Yonsei University Wonju College of Medicine, Wonju, South Korea
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- Department of Urology, Tanta University Medical School, Tanta, Egypt
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- Department of Urology and Urological Science Institute, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea
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Cacciamani G, De Luyk N, De Marco V, Sebben M, Bizzotto L, De Marchi D, Cerruto MA, Siracusano S, Benito Porcaro A, Artibani W. Robotic bladder diverticulectomy: step-by-step extravesical posterior approach - technique and outcomes. Scand J Urol 2018; 52:285-290. [PMID: 30339480 DOI: 10.1080/21681805.2018.1492965] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to evaluate the feasibility of robotic extravesical posterior surgical bladder diverticulectomy for treatment of symptomatic bladder diverticula (BD). MATERIALS AND METHODS Data from patients with posterior BD who consecutively underwent robotic bladder diverticulectomy (RBD) from 2013 to 2016 in Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata, Verona, were retrospectively reviewed. Baseline characteristics, perioperative outcomes including operative time (OT), estimated blood loss (EBL), postoperative transfusion rate and length of hospital stay (LOS), and early (30 days) and late (90 days) postoperative complications were recorded and analysed. RESULTS Six patients underwent RBD. Storage, voiding and postvoiding lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) were reported by 33.3%, 100% and 33.3% of patients, respectively. The median [interquartile range (IQR)] BD diameter was 7.1 (5.5-9.5) cm; median (IQR) preoperative postvoiding residual volume (PVR) was 300 (90-395) ml. The median (IQR) OT was 112.5 (83.7-133.7) min and median (IQR) EBL was 25.8 (0-50) ml. The median (IQR) LOS was 7 (4.7-9.0) days. One patient (16.7%) reported early minor postoperative complication. No patient showed early or late major postoperative complications. At 2 month follow-up, all patients underwent a lower abdomen ultrasound and minimal or no postoperative PVR was found. At 6 month follow-up no LUTS were reported. CONCLUSIONS RBD appears to be a safe treatment for posterior BD with excellent perioperative and functional outcomes. The three-dimensional visualization, greater magnification and wristed instrumentation with seven degrees of freedom allow precise dissection of BD and reconstruction of the bladder wall.
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- Giovanni Cacciamani
- a Department of Urology , Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata, University of Verona , Verona , Italy
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- a Department of Urology , Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata, University of Verona , Verona , Italy
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- a Department of Urology , Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata, University of Verona , Verona , Italy
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- a Department of Urology , Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata, University of Verona , Verona , Italy
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- a Department of Urology , Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata, University of Verona , Verona , Italy
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- a Department of Urology , Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata, University of Verona , Verona , Italy
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- a Department of Urology , Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata, University of Verona , Verona , Italy
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- a Department of Urology , Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata, University of Verona , Verona , Italy
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- a Department of Urology , Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata, University of Verona , Verona , Italy
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- a Department of Urology , Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata, University of Verona , Verona , Italy
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Pacella M, Mantica G, Maffezzini M, Justich M, Traverso P, De Angelis P, Gallo F, Ackermann H, Zaramella S, Terrone C. Large bladder diverticula: a comparison between laparoscopic excision and endoscopic fulguration. Scand J Urol 2018; 52:134-138. [PMID: 29307253 DOI: 10.1080/21681805.2017.1422014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The treatment of bladder diverticula consists of diverticulectomy, mainly by a laparoscopic approach or transurethral resection of the diverticular neck and fulguration of the mucosa. The endoscopic approach is generally dedicated to small diverticula. The aim of this study was to compare laparoscopic diverticulectomy versus endoscopic fulguration for bladder diverticula larger than 4 cm. MATERIALS AND METHODS A retrospective review of the medical records of consecutive patients undergoing endoscopic or laparoscopic treatment for bladder diverticula larger than 4 cm at two tertiary hospitals was performed. Therapeutic success was defined as either complete resolution or a decrease of at least 80% in the size of the diverticulum. Complications were recorded and graded according to the Clavien-Dindo classification. RESULTS All patients were treated with transurethral resection of the prostate in the same operative session. The endoscopic group included a cohort of 20 male patients. The median age, diverticular diameter and operative time were 65 years, 7 cm and 62.5 min, respectively. No early postoperative complications were observed. Therapeutic success was achieved in 15 cases (75%). The laparoscopic group included a cohort of 13 male patients with a median age of 63 years and median diverticular diameter of 7.0 cm. The median operative time was 185 min (p < 0.0001). Two grade III postoperative complications were observed (15.3%). Therapeutic success was achieved in all patients (100%). CONCLUSIONS Acquired bladder diverticula larger than 4 cm can be effectively managed either by a laparoscopic approach or by endoscopic fulguration.
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- Mauro Pacella
- a Department of Urology , Ospedale Policlinico San Martino, Istituto di Ricerca e Cura a Carattere Scientifico per l'oncologia, University of Genova , Genoa , Italy
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- a Department of Urology , Ospedale Policlinico San Martino, Istituto di Ricerca e Cura a Carattere Scientifico per l'oncologia, University of Genova , Genoa , Italy.,b Department of Urology , Stellenbosch University and Tygerberg Hospital , Cape Town , South Africa
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- a Department of Urology , Ospedale Policlinico San Martino, Istituto di Ricerca e Cura a Carattere Scientifico per l'oncologia, University of Genova , Genoa , Italy
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- a Department of Urology , Ospedale Policlinico San Martino, Istituto di Ricerca e Cura a Carattere Scientifico per l'oncologia, University of Genova , Genoa , Italy
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- a Department of Urology , Ospedale Policlinico San Martino, Istituto di Ricerca e Cura a Carattere Scientifico per l'oncologia, University of Genova , Genoa , Italy
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- c Division of Urology , AOU Maggiore della Carità, University of Easter Piedmont , Novara , Italy
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- d U.O. Biostatistics, Department of Health Sciences , University of Genoa , Genoa , Italy
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- b Department of Urology , Stellenbosch University and Tygerberg Hospital , Cape Town , South Africa
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- a Department of Urology , Ospedale Policlinico San Martino, Istituto di Ricerca e Cura a Carattere Scientifico per l'oncologia, University of Genova , Genoa , Italy
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Robot-assistance is increasingly used in surgical practice. We performed a nonsystematic literature review using PubMed/MEDLINE and Google for robotic surgical systems and compiled information on their current status. We also used this information to predict future about the direction of robotic systems based on various robotic systems currently being developed. Currently, various modifications are being made in the consoles, robotic arms, cameras, handles and instruments, and other specific functions (haptic feedback and eye tracking) that make up the robotic surgery system. In addition, research for automated surgery is actively being carried out. The development of future robots will be directed to decrease the number of incisions and improve precision. With the advent of artificial intelligence, a more practical form of robotic surgery system can be introduced and will ultimately lead to the development of automated robotic surgery system.
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- Ki Don Chang
- Department of Urology, Yonsei University Wonju College of Medicine, Wonju, Korea
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- Department of Urology, Tanta University Medical School, Tanta, Egypt
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- Department of Urology, Urological Science Institute, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Rassweiler JJ, Autorino R, Klein J, Mottrie A, Goezen AS, Stolzenburg JU, Rha KH, Schurr M, Kaouk J, Patel V, Dasgupta P, Liatsikos E. Future of robotic surgery in urology. BJU Int 2017; 120:822-841. [PMID: 28319324 DOI: 10.1111/bju.13851] [Citation(s) in RCA: 115] [Impact Index Per Article: 16.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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OBJECTIVES To provide a comprehensive overview of the current status of the field of robotic systems for urological surgery and discuss future perspectives. MATERIALS AND METHODS A non-systematic literature review was performed using PubMed/Medline search electronic engines. Existing patents for robotic devices were researched using the Google search engine. Findings were also critically analysed taking into account the personal experience of the authors. RESULTS The relevant patents for the first generation of the da Vinci platform will expire in 2019. New robotic systems are coming onto the stage. These can be classified according to type of console, arrangement of robotic arms, handles and instruments, and other specific features (haptic feedback, eye-tracking). The Telelap ALF-X robot uses an open console with eye-tracking, laparoscopy-like handles with haptic feedback, and arms mounted on separate carts; first clinical trials with this system were reported in 2016. The Medtronic robot provides an open console using three-dimensional high-definition video technology and three arms. The Avatera robot features a closed console with microscope-like oculars, four arms arranged on one cart, and 5-mm instruments with six degrees of freedom. The REVO-I consists of an open console and a four-arm arrangement on one cart; the first experiments with this system were published in 2016. Medicaroid uses a semi-open console and three robot arms attached to the operating table. Clinical trials of the SP 1098-platform using the da Vinci Xi for console-based single-port surgery were reported in 2015. The SPORT robot has been tested in animal experiments for single-port surgery. The SurgiBot represents a bedside solution for single-port surgery providing flexible tube-guided instruments. The Avicenna Roboflex has been developed for robotic flexible ureteroscopy, with promising early clinical results. CONCLUSIONS Several console-based robots for laparoscopic multi- and single-port surgery are expected to come to market within the next 5 years. Future developments in the field of robotic surgery are likely to focus on the specific features of robotic arms, instruments, console, and video technology. The high technical standards of four da Vinci generations have set a high bar for upcoming devices. Ultimately, the implementation of these upcoming systems will depend on their clinical applicability and costs. How these technical developments will facilitate surgery and whether their use will translate into better outcomes for our patients remains to be determined.
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- Jens J Rassweiler
- Department of Urology, SLK-Kliniken Heilbronn, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Urology, Medical School, University of Ulm, Ulm, Germany
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- Department of Urology, OLV Clinic, Aalst, Belgium
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- Department of Urology, SLK-Kliniken Heilbronn, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Urology, Yonsei University, Seoul, Korea
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- IHCI-Institute, Steinbeis University Berlin, Tübingen, Germany
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- Department of Urology, OLV Clinic, Aalst, Belgium
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- Global Robotics Institute, Florida Hospital Celebration Health, Orlando, FL, USA
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Baek M, Silay MS, Koh CJ. Management of Bladder Diverticula in the Pediatric Population. CURRENT BLADDER DYSFUNCTION REPORTS 2016. [DOI: 10.1007/s11884-016-0378-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Tufek I, Mourmouris P, Argun OB, Öbek C, Keskin MS, Akpinar H, Atug F, Kural AR. Robot-Assisted Bladder Diverticulectomy with Concurrent Management of Bladder Outlet Obstruction. Urol Int 2016; 96:432-7. [DOI: 10.1159/000443799] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2015] [Accepted: 01/05/2016] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Eyraud R, Laydner H, Autorino R, Panumatrassamee K, Haber GP, Stein RJ. Robot-Assisted Laparoscopic Bladder Diverticulectomy. Curr Urol Rep 2012. [DOI: 10.1007/s11934-012-0290-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Current trends in minimally invasive reconstructive urology. J Robot Surg 2012; 6:179-87. [PMID: 27638270 DOI: 10.1007/s11701-011-0322-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/12/2011] [Accepted: 10/09/2011] [Indexed: 10/15/2022]
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This paper is a systematic review of the current literature in minimally invasive reconstructive urological surgery. It focuses on the commonest reconstructive procedures in both the upper and lower urinary tracts including laparoscopic and robotic pyeloplasty for ureteropelvic junction obstruction, laparoscopic and robotic bladder diverticulectomy, laparoscopic and robotic partial cystectomy with urinary diversion, laparoscopic and robotic cystoplasty, repair of colovesical fistula, and, in urogynaecology, repair of vesicovaginal fistula. To evaluate the development, current status, feasibility, and safety of minimally invasive surgery (MIS) in reconstructive urology the literature on the topic was collated and reviewed.
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Altunrende F, Autorino R, Patel NS, White MA, Khanna R, Laydner H, Yang B, Haber GP, Kaouk JH, Stein RJ. Robotic bladder diverticulectomy: technique and surgical outcomes. Int J Urol 2011; 18:265-71. [PMID: 21299640 DOI: 10.1111/j.1442-2042.2010.02716.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Indications for surgical treatment of bladder diverticula include tumor, lower urinary tract symptoms refractory to medical treatment, renal dysfunction or recurrent urinary tract infections. We describe the technique and report the outcomes of robotic bladder diverticulectomy at our institution. METHODS A chart review of patients who underwent robotic bladder diverticulectomy at our institution from 2007 to 2010 was carried out. Indications for the procedure were: lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) not responding to medical treatment (2 patients), ureteral obstruction (1 patient), tumor arising in a diverticulum (2 patients) and diverticulum secondary to neurogenic bladder (1 patient). One patient also had renal dysfunction associated with ureteral insertion into the diverticulum and therefore underwent ipsilateral ureteroneocystostomy. Other additional procedures included transurethral resection of the prostate (1 patient) and bilateral pelvic lymph node dissection (1 patient). Perioperative and postoperative outcomes were analyzed. RESULTS Six patients (median age 61.5 years, range 19-75) underwent da Vinci diverticulectomy using a transperitoneal approach without the need for open conversion. Median operative time was 232 min (135-360 min.). Median estimated blood loss was 100 mL (50-150 mL). The Foley catheter was removed after a negative cystogram and median time to catheter removal was 7 days (7-12 days). Median hospital stay was 3 days (2-5 days). The only complication was a urinary tract infection managed with antibiotics. CONCLUSIONS Robotic surgery represents a reasonable minimally invasive treatment option for resection of bladder diverticula when indicated.
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- Fatih Altunrende
- Section of Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgery, Glickman Urological and Kidney Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio, USA
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Tareen BU, Mufarrij PW, Godoy G, Stifelman MD. Robot-assisted laparoscopic partial cystectomy and diverticulectomy: initial experience of four cases. J Endourol 2008; 22:1497-500. [PMID: 18690815 DOI: 10.1089/end.2007.0297] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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PURPOSE We report our initial experience with four cases of robot-assisted laparoscopic partial cystectomy and diverticulectomy performed between June 2005 and August 2007. PATIENTS AND METHODS The series consisted of three male patients and one female with a mean age of 64 years (range 36-77 years). In each case, a transperitoneal laparoscopic approach was used to mobilize the bladder. Next the bladder lesion was scored circumferentially cystoscopically with a Collings knife. The remainder of the excision and bladder reconstruction was performed with the da Vinci robot. RESULTS Mean operative time was 194 minutes with a mean blood loss of 35 mL. The urethral catheter was removed between 5 and 14 days following a normal cystogram. There were no significant complications. Postoperative hospital stay was 2 to 3 days. CONCLUSION Robot-assisted laparoscopic partial cystectomy and diverticulectomy are technically feasible and represent an alternative to open and conventional laparoscopic approaches.
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- Basir U Tareen
- Urologic Oncology Program, Department of Urology, New York University Medical Center, New York, New York 10016, USA
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Mmeje C, Michli E, Parra R. Robotic-assisted laparoscopic bladder diverticulectomy and concomitant ureteral re-implantation: initial clinical experience. J Robot Surg 2008; 2:265-7. [PMID: 27637799 DOI: 10.1007/s11701-008-0110-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2008] [Accepted: 08/31/2008] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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We present our initial clinical experience with robotic-assisted laparoscopic bladder diverticulectomy with associated ureteral re-implantation. A 75-year-old man was referred to us for recurrent urinary tract infections and lower urinary tract symptoms. On computed tomography of abdomen and pelvis the patient was found to have a 13 × 14 × 6 cm diverticulum in the left posterior bladder wall. The patient elected to undergo robotic-assisted laparoscopic removal of the diverticulum. The patient's preparation, draping, and trocar placement was performed as per standard fashion of robotic-assisted laparoscopic radical prostatectomy. The bladder was mobilized and diverticulum was identified and removed. The left ureter was transected secondary to its passage through the diverticulum, and required re-implantation. After hemostasis was achieved, the repair was tested and confirmed. The operation was completed in 207 min without any complications. Estimated blood loss was 150 cc. On postoperative day 1, the patient was placed on oral analgesic and discharged home. Our initial report of robotic-assisted laparoscopic bladder diverticulectomy and ureteral re-implantation illustrates that this minimally invasive technique is an effective method of treatment of bladder diverticulum. Proximity of the ureter to the diverticulum should not be a deterrent for this approach of repair.
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- Chinedu Mmeje
- Department of Urology, Cooper University Hospital, Camden, NJ, USA. .,UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Education and Research Building, 401 Haddon Avenue, Camden, NJ, 08103, USA.
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- Department of Urology, Cooper University Hospital, Camden, NJ, USA
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- Department of Urology, Cooper University Hospital, Camden, NJ, USA
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Robot-assisted laparoscopic transvesical diverticulectomy and simple prostatectomy. J Robot Surg 2008; 2:205-8. [DOI: 10.1007/s11701-008-0100-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/12/2008] [Accepted: 07/08/2008] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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