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Xu MY, Song ZY, Liang CZ. Robot-assisted repair of ureteral stricture. J Robot Surg 2024; 18:354. [PMID: 39340614 PMCID: PMC11438720 DOI: 10.1007/s11701-024-01993-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2024] [Accepted: 05/23/2024] [Indexed: 09/30/2024]
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As robot-assisted laparoscopic techniques continue to advance, becoming increasingly complex and refined, there has been significant progress in the minimally invasive treatment of ureteral strictures. This abstract aims to provide an overview and description of various surgical techniques that utilize robots for repairing ureteral strictures. We have summarized the progression of these surgical methods and highlighted the latest advancements in the procedures. When compared to open surgery, robot-assisted reconstruction techniques demonstrate superior functional outcomes, fewer postoperative complications, and a faster recovery in the treatment of ureteral strictures. This abstract aims to provide an overview and description of various surgical techniques utilizing robots to repair ureteral strictures. Robotic ureteral stricture correction has emerged as a valuable therapeutic option, particularly when endoscopic procedures are not feasible. Compared to traditional open surgery, robotic methods exhibit superior therapeutic effectiveness, fewer postoperative complications, and accelerated recovery. Reconstructive procedures such as reimplantation, psoas hitch, Boari flap, ureter-to-ureter anastomosis, appendix graft, buccal mucosa graft (BMG), ileal transplantation, or kidney autotransplantation can be performed depending on the extent and location of the stricture. Robotic surgical techniques also offer advantages, such as an expanded field of vision and the incorporation of supplementary technologies such as FireflyTM, indocyanine green (ICG), and near-infrared fluorescence (NIRF) imaging. However, further long-term, multicenter investigations are necessary to validate the positive findings reported in existing case series. Compared with open surgery, robot-assisted reconstruction techniques yield superior functional outcomes, fewer postoperative complications, and accelerated recovery for the treatment of ureteral strictures.
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- Mu-Yang Xu
- Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University, Anhui Medical University, No. 218 Jixi Road, Hefei, 230022, Anhui, People's Republic of China
- Institute of Urology, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, Anhui, People's Republic of China
- Anhui Province Key Laboratory of Urological and Andrological Diseases Research and Medical Transformation, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, Anhui, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University, Anhui Medical University, No. 218 Jixi Road, Hefei, 230022, Anhui, People's Republic of China
- Institute of Urology, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, Anhui, People's Republic of China
- Anhui Province Key Laboratory of Urological and Andrological Diseases Research and Medical Transformation, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, Anhui, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University, Anhui Medical University, No. 218 Jixi Road, Hefei, 230022, Anhui, People's Republic of China.
- Institute of Urology, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, Anhui, People's Republic of China.
- Anhui Province Key Laboratory of Urological and Andrological Diseases Research and Medical Transformation, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, Anhui, People's Republic of China.
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Chen S, Wang X, Li Z, Li X, Han G, Tao Z, Li Z, Zhang P, Zhu H, Yang K, Li X. Minimally invasive versus open ileal ureter with ileocystoplasty: comparative outcomes and 5-year experience. BMC Urol 2024; 24:118. [PMID: 38858691 PMCID: PMC11163719 DOI: 10.1186/s12894-024-01509-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2024] [Accepted: 06/04/2024] [Indexed: 06/12/2024] Open
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PURPOSE To present the experience of ileal ureter with ileocystoplasty (IUC), and compare the outcomes of IUC in minimally invasive procedures to open procedures. PATIENTS AND METHODS From December 2017 to April 2023, twenty patients underwent IUC in open or minimally invasive (including laparoscopic and robotic) procedures. The baseline characteristics, perioperative data and follow-up outcomes were collected. Success was defined as relief of clinical symptoms, stable postoperative serum creatine and absence of radiographic obstruction. The perioperative and follow-up outcomes of open procedures and minimally invasive procedures were compared. RESULTS The etiology included pelvic irradiation (14/20), urinary tuberculosis (3/20) and surgical injury (3/20). Bilateral ureter strictures were repaired in 15 cases. The surgeries conducted consisted of open procedures in 9 patients and minimally invasive procedures in 11 patients. Compared to open procedures, minimally invasive surgeries had less median estimated blood loss (EBL) (100 ml vs. 300 min, p = 0.010) and shorter postoperative hospitalization (27 d vs. 13 d, p = 0.004). Two patients in the open group experienced grade 3 complications (sigmoid fistula and acute cholecystitis in one patient, and pulmonary embolism in another patient). Over a median follow-up period of 20.1 months, the median bladder functional capacity was 300 ml, with a 100% success rate of IUC. CONCLUSION IUC is feasible in both open and minimally invasive procedures, with acceptable complications and a high success rate. Minimally invasive procedures can have less EBL and shorter postoperative hospitalization than open procedure. However, prospective studies with larger groups and longer follow-up are needed.
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- Silu Chen
- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Center, Xicheng District, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Center, Xicheng District, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Center, Xicheng District, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Center, Xicheng District, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Center, Xicheng District, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Center, Xicheng District, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Center, Xicheng District, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Emergency General Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Beijing Jiangong Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Center, Xicheng District, Beijing, China.
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- Department of Urology, Institute of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Peking University, National Urological Cancer Center, Xicheng District, Beijing, China.
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Huang C, Yang K, Gao W, Gu Y, Zhu HJ, Li X. Ileal ureter replacement and ileocystoplasty for the treatment of bilateral ureteral strictures and bladder contracture: technique and outcomes. Minerva Urol Nephrol 2024; 76:97-109. [PMID: 38426424 DOI: 10.23736/s2724-6051.23.05492-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/02/2024]
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BACKGROUND The aim of this study was to explore the feasibility of ileal ureter replacement and ileocystoplasty for the treatment of bilateral long-segment ureteral strictures combined with bladder contracture. METHODS A retrospective review of clinical data from seven patients who underwent bilateral Ileal Ureter Replacement and ileocystoplasty from April 2019 to February 2023 was conducted. The surgeries were performed using open, laparoscopic, and robot-assisted laparoscopic approaches. Baseline characteristics, perioperative, and mid-term results of the patients were collected. Follow-up period of 3-28 months. A detailed description of the technique was reported. RESULTS The mean age of the patients was 52.86±6.06 years. The average duration of surgery was 365±28.54 minutes, and the estimated intraoperative blood loss was 357.14±184.06 mL. The mean length of harvested ileum was 37.86±8.40 cm. The preoperative serum creatinine level was 88.02±18.05 μmol/L, postoperative day 1 creatinine level was 90.7±12.93μmol/L, postoperative 3-month creatinine level was 93.77±33.34 μmol/L, and the mean creatinine level at the last follow-up was 94.89±27.89μmol/L. The postoperative bladder capacity was 249.43±32.50 mL on average. The average length of hospital stay was 26.57±15.46 days. No complications of Clavien-Dindo grade 3 or higher were observed. During the follow-up period, no patients experienced deterioration of renal function after surgery. CONCLUSIONS Bilateral ileal ureter replacement and ileocystoplasty are effective surgical technique for the treatment of bilateral long-segment ureteral strictures combined with bladder contracture caused by radiation therapy.
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- Chen Huang
- Department of Urology, Jian Gong Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Miyun Hospital, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Miyun Hospital, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Jian Gong Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China -
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Yang K, Wang X, Xu C, Li Z, Han G, Fan S, Chen S, Li X, Zhu H, Zhou L, Li X. Totally Intracorporeal Robot-assisted Unilateral or Bilateral Ileal Ureter Replacement for the Treatment of Ureteral Strictures: Technique and Outcomes from a Single Center. Eur Urol 2023; 84:561-570. [PMID: 37225525 DOI: 10.1016/j.eururo.2023.04.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/30/2023] [Revised: 03/27/2023] [Accepted: 04/23/2023] [Indexed: 05/26/2023]
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BACKGROUND Few studies on totally intracorporeal robot-assisted ileal ureter replacement (RA-IUR) have been reported. OBJECTIVE To report our technique and the outcomes of totally intracorporeal RA-IUR for unilateral or bilateral ureteral reconstruction, involving performing cystoplasty simultaneously. DESIGN, SETTING, AND PARTICIPANTS Fifteen patients underwent totally intracorporeal RA-IUR from April 2021 to July 2022 at a single center. The perioperative variables were prospectively collected, and the outcomes were assessed. SURGICAL PROCEDURE The surgical procedure included dissection of the proximal end of the ureteral stricture or renal pelvis, harvesting of the ileal ureter, rebuilding of intestinal continuity, upper anastomosis of the ileum to the renal pelvis or the ureteral end, and lower anastomosis of the ileum to the bladder. All operations were performed intracorporeally. MEASUREMENTS Patient demographics and perioperative results were prospectively collected and analyzed for perioperative complications and success rates. A descriptive statistical analysis was performed. RESULTS AND LIMITATIONS All patients successfully underwent totally intracorporeal RA-IUR without open conversion. Seven patients received unilateral RA-IUR and eight received bilateral RA-IUR. The mean (range) length of the harvested ileal segment was 28.3 (15-40) cm, the operative duration was 261.8 (183-381) min, the estimated blood loss was 64.7 (30-100) ml, and the duration of postoperative hospitalization was 10.5 (7-17) d. At a median (range) follow-up of 14 (8-22) mo, the subjective and functional success rates were 100% and 86.7%, respectively. CONCLUSIONS Our results demonstrate that totally intracorporeal unilateral or bilateral RA-IUR (even with ileocystoplasty) can be performed safely and efficiently with acceptable minor complications and a high success rate. PATIENT SUMMARY Our study indicates that totally intracorporeal robotic ileal ureter replacement surgery is safe and feasible for ureteral reconstruction, even with ileocystoplasty. The postoperative complications are acceptable. At a median follow-up of 14 (8-22) mo, the subjective and functional success rates were 100% and 86.7%, respectively.
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- Kunlin Yang
- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China; Institute of Urology, Peking University, Beijing, China; National Urological Cancer Center, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China; Institute of Urology, Peking University, Beijing, China; National Urological Cancer Center, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China; Institute of Urology, Peking University, Beijing, China; National Urological Cancer Center, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China; Institute of Urology, Peking University, Beijing, China; National Urological Cancer Center, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China; Institute of Urology, Peking University, Beijing, China; National Urological Cancer Center, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China; Institute of Urology, Peking University, Beijing, China; National Urological Cancer Center, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China; Institute of Urology, Peking University, Beijing, China; National Urological Cancer Center, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China; Institute of Urology, Peking University, Beijing, China; National Urological Cancer Center, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China; Institute of Urology, Peking University, Beijing, China; National Urological Cancer Center, Beijing, China.
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- Department of Urology, Peking University First Hospital, Beijing, China; Institute of Urology, Peking University, Beijing, China; National Urological Cancer Center, Beijing, China.
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Franco A, Ditonno F, Manfredi C, Johnson AD, Mamgain A, Feldman-Schultz O, Feng CL, Pellegrino AA, Mir MC, Porpiglia F, Crivellaro S, De Nunzio C, Chow AK, Autorino R. Robot-assisted Surgery in the Field of Urology: The Most Pioneering Approaches 2015-2023. Res Rep Urol 2023; 15:453-470. [PMID: 37842031 PMCID: PMC10575039 DOI: 10.2147/rru.s386025] [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: 07/27/2023] [Accepted: 09/30/2023] [Indexed: 10/17/2023] Open
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Robot-assisted surgery has emerged as a transformative technology, revolutionizing surgical approaches and techniques that decades ago could barely be imagined. The field of urology has taken charge in pioneering a new era of minimally invasive surgery with the ascent of robotic systems which offer enhanced visualization, precision, dexterity, and enabling surgeons to perform intricate maneuvers with improved accuracy. This has led to improved surgical outcomes, including reduced blood loss, lower complication rates, and faster patient recovery. The aim of our review is to present an evidence-based critical analysis on the most pioneering robotic urologic approaches described over the last eight years (2015-2023).
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- Antonio Franco
- Department of Urology, Rush University, Chicago, IL, USA
- Department of Urology, Sant’Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Urology, Rush University, Chicago, IL, USA
- Department of Urology, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Urology, Rush University, Chicago, IL, USA
- Urology Unit, “Luigi Vanvitelli” University, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Urology, Rush University, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Department of Urology, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, USA
- Unit of Urology/Division of Oncology, IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Urology, Hospital Universitario La Ribera, Valencia, Spain
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- Department of Oncology, Division of Urology, University of Turin, San Luigi Gonzaga Hospital, Orbassano, Italy
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- Department of Urology, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, USA
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- Department of Urology, Sant’Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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Guliev BG, Komyakov B, Avazkhanov Z, Shevnin M, Talyshinskii A. Laparoscopic ventral onlay ureteroplasty with buccal mucosa graft for complex proximal ureteral stricture. Int Braz J Urol 2023; 49:619-627. [PMID: 37450771 PMCID: PMC10482459 DOI: 10.1590/s1677-5538.ibju.2023.0170] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2023] [Accepted: 06/21/2023] [Indexed: 07/18/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION There is lack of papers dedicated to the laparoscopic buccal mucosa graft (BMG) ureteroplasty of the complex upper ureteral stricture. The aim of this study is to evaluate the results of laparoscopic BMG ureteroplasty in patients with complex proximal ureteral stricture. MATERIAL AND METHODS Twenty-four patients underwent laparoscopic ventral onlay BMG ureteroplasty for long or recurrent proximal ureteral stricture not amenable to uretero-ureteral anastomosis over 2019-2022. Patient demographics, operative time, estimated blood loss, length of stay, follow-up, intra- and postoperative complication rate and percentage of stricture-free at last visit were analyzed. RESULTS The mean stricture length was 3.6 cm. The mean operative time was 208.3 min, while mean blood loss was 75.8 mL. The length of hospital stay was 7.3 days. No intraoperative complications were observed. Postoperatively, seven patients developed complications (29.2%). Five patients experienced a Grade II (according to Clavien nomenclature). Two patients developed a Grade IIIa complication, which included leakage of the anastomosis site. The mean follow-up was on the 22 months with stricture free rate 87.5%. CONCLUSION Patients with proximal ureteral strictures could be effectively treated by laparoscopic ventral onlay ureteroplasty with a buccal mucosa graft.
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- B. G. Guliev
- North-Western State Medical University named after I. I. MechnikovDepartment of UrologySaint PetersburgRussiaDepartment of Urology, North-Western State Medical University named after I. I. Mechnikov, Saint Petersburg, Russia
- Urology Center with robot-assisted surgery of the Mariinsky HospitalDepartment of UrologySaint PetersburgRussiaDepartment of Urology, Urology Center with robot-assisted surgery of the Mariinsky Hospital; Saint Petersburg, Russia
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- North-Western State Medical University named after I. I. MechnikovDepartment of UrologySaint PetersburgRussiaDepartment of Urology, North-Western State Medical University named after I. I. Mechnikov, Saint Petersburg, Russia
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- North-Western State Medical University named after I. I. MechnikovDepartment of UrologySaint PetersburgRussiaDepartment of Urology, North-Western State Medical University named after I. I. Mechnikov, Saint Petersburg, Russia
- Urology Center with robot-assisted surgery of the Mariinsky HospitalDepartment of UrologySaint PetersburgRussiaDepartment of Urology, Urology Center with robot-assisted surgery of the Mariinsky Hospital; Saint Petersburg, Russia
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- North-Western State Medical University named after I. I. MechnikovDepartment of UrologySaint PetersburgRussiaDepartment of Urology, North-Western State Medical University named after I. I. Mechnikov, Saint Petersburg, Russia
- Urology Center with robot-assisted surgery of the Mariinsky HospitalDepartment of UrologySaint PetersburgRussiaDepartment of Urology, Urology Center with robot-assisted surgery of the Mariinsky Hospital; Saint Petersburg, Russia
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- North-Western State Medical University named after I. I. MechnikovDepartment of UrologySaint PetersburgRussiaDepartment of Urology, North-Western State Medical University named after I. I. Mechnikov, Saint Petersburg, Russia
- Urology Center with robot-assisted surgery of the Mariinsky HospitalDepartment of UrologySaint PetersburgRussiaDepartment of Urology, Urology Center with robot-assisted surgery of the Mariinsky Hospital; Saint Petersburg, Russia
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Campi R, Grosso AA, Lane BR, DE Cobelli O, Sanguedolce F, Hatzichristodoulou G, Antonelli A, Noyes S, DI Maida F, Mari A, Rodriguez-Faba O, Keeley FX, Langenhuijsen J, Musi G, Klatte T, Roscigno M, Akdogan B, Furlan M, Karakoyunlu N, Marszalek M, Capitanio U, Volpe A, Brookman-May S, Gschwend JE, Smaldone MC, Uzzo RG, Kutikov A, Minervini A. Impact of Trifecta definition on rates and predictors of "successful" robotic partial nephrectomy for localized renal masses: results from the Surface-Intermediate-Base Margin Score International Consortium. Minerva Urol Nephrol 2022; 74:186-193. [PMID: 35345387 DOI: 10.23736/s2724-6051.21.04601-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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BACKGROUND Over the years, five different Trifecta score definitions have been proposed to optimize the framing of "success" in partial nephrectomy (PN) field. However, such classifications rely on different metrics. The aim of the present study was to explore how the success rate of robotic PN, as well as its drivers, vary according to the currently available definitions of Trifecta. METHODS Data from consecutive patients with cT1-2N0M0 renal masses treated with robotic PN at 16 referral centers from September 2014 to March 2015 were prospectively collected. Trifecta rate was defined for each of the currently available definitions. Multivariable logistic regression analysis was used to evaluate possible predictors of "Trifecta failure" according to the different adopted formulation. RESULTS Overall, 289 patients met the inclusion criteria. Among the definitions, Trifecta rates ranged between 66.4% and 85.9%. Multivariable analysis showed that predictors for "Trifecta failure" were mainly tumor-related (i.e. tumor's nephrometry) for those Trifecta scores relying on WIT as a surrogate metric for postoperative renal function deterioration (definitions 1,2), while mainly surgery-related (i.e. ischemia time and excision strategy) for those including the percentage change in postoperative eGFR as the functional cornerstone of Trifecta (definitions 3-5). CONCLUSIONS There was large variability in rates and predictors of "unsuccessful PN" when using different Trifecta scores. Further research is needed to improve the value of the Trifecta metrics, integrating them into routine patient counseling and standardized assessment of surgical quality across institutions.
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- Riccardo Campi
- Department of Urology, University of Florence, Florence, Italy.,Department of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Urology, University of Florence, Florence, Italy.,Department of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Urology, Spectrum Health Medical Group, Grand Rapids, MI, USA
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- Department of Urology, European Institute of Oncology (IEO), University of Milan, Milan, Italy
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- Bristol Urological Institute, Southmead Hospital, Bristol, UK.,Unit of Uro-Oncology, Puigvert Foundation, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Urology, Technical University of Munich, University Hospital Klinikum Rechts Der Isar, Munich, Germany.,Department of Urology and Pediatric Urology, Julius-Maximilians-University of Würzburg, Würzburg, Germany
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- Department of Urology, Spectrum Health Medical Group, Grand Rapids, MI, USA
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- Department of Urology, University of Florence, Florence, Italy.,Department of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Urology, University of Florence, Florence, Italy.,Department of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Bristol Urological Institute, Southmead Hospital, Bristol, UK
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- Department of Urology, Radboud University Nijmegen Medical Center, Nijmegen, the Netherlands
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- Department of Urology, European Institute of Oncology (IEO), University of Milan, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Urology, Royal Bournemouth Hospital, Bournemouth, UK.,Department of Urology, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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- Department of Urology, ASST Papa Giovanni XXIII, Bergamo, Italy
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- Department of Urology, Hacettepe University, School of Medicine, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Urology, University of Brescia, Brescia, Italy
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- Department of Urology, Dışkapı Yıldırım Beyazıt Training and Research Hospital, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Urology and Andrology, Donauspital, Austria.,Department of Urology, Graz Medical University, Graz, Austria
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- Division of Experimental Oncology, Unit of Urology, Urological Research Institute (URI), IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Urology, University of Eastern Piedmont, Maggiore della Carità Hospital, Novara, Italy
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- Department of Urology, Campus Grosshadern, Ludwig-Maximilians University (LMU) Munich, Germany.,Janssen Pharma Research and Development, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Department of Urology, Technical University of Munich, University Hospital Klinikum Rechts Der Isar, Munich, Germany
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- Division of Urologic Oncology, Fox Chase Cancer Center, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Division of Urologic Oncology, Fox Chase Cancer Center, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Division of Urologic Oncology, Fox Chase Cancer Center, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Department of Urology, University of Florence, Florence, Italy - .,Department of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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