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Li G, Gao H, Yu S, Guo Y, Hu T, Liu Y, Du G, Huang G, Zhang W. Single-port robotic-assisted laparoscopic synchronous surgery in pediatric patent processus vaginalis. BMC Surg 2024; 24:109. [PMID: 38614996 PMCID: PMC11015546 DOI: 10.1186/s12893-024-02392-5] [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: 01/03/2024] [Accepted: 03/19/2024] [Indexed: 04/15/2024] Open
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PURPOSE Patent processus vaginalis (PPV) is usually observed in pediatric abdominal surgery; however, robotic single-port surgery in repairing processus vaginalis has not been reported in children. Herein, we present our clinical experiences in single-port robotic surgeries for PPV repair to evaluate both efficacy and safety. METHODS Retrospective analysis of patients underwent single-port robotic-assisted laparoscopic surgery for genitourinary diseases from May 2020 and May 2023 in our center. Among these patients, 21 children had PPV repaired at the same time. The case characteristics and follow-up data were recorded. RESULTS Twenty-one of the 53 children were found to have PPV during genitourinary surgery. The simultaneous treatment of the primary disease and PPV with a single-port robotic-assisted platform was both convenient and safe. There was no significant increase in total operation time, and no excessive intraoperative hemorrhage was observed in any of the operations. There were no complications observed on follow-up. CONCLUSION With a high incidence of PPV in children, a single-port robotic-assisted procedure is feasible and effective if simultaneously performed when addressing a primary abdominal disease.
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- Geng Li
- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, 430071, China
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, 430071, China
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, 430071, China
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, 430071, China
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, 430071, China
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, 430071, China
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, 430071, China
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, 430071, China
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, 430071, China.
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Abdulfattah S, Mittal S. Pediatric Robot-Assisted Laparoscopic Pyeloplasty: Where Are We Now? Curr Urol Rep 2024; 25:55-61. [PMID: 38324220 DOI: 10.1007/s11934-024-01195-8] [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] [Accepted: 01/18/2024] [Indexed: 02/08/2024]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW This review aims to provide an in-depth exploration of the recent advancements in robot-assisted laparoscopic pyeloplasty (RALP) and its evolving landscape in the context of infant pyeloplasty, complex genitourinary (GU) anatomy, recurrent ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction, cost considerations, and the learning curve. RECENT FINDINGS Recent literature highlights the safety and efficacy of RALP in treating the infant population, patients with complex GU anomalies, and recurrent UPJO which were all traditionally managed using the open approach. Cost considerations are evolving, with the potential for RALP to have a lesser financial burden. In addition, the learning curve for RALP is diminishing due to robust training programs and advances in research. RALP has become the gold standard in the treatment of UPJO in pediatric urology at many children's hospitals. Surgeon comfort and research in this space allow safe and successful reconstruction in the most challenging of cases.
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- Suhaib Abdulfattah
- Division of Urology, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Division of Urology, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA, USA.
- Department of Surgery/Urology, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA.
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Pu J, Li H, Liu Y, Hong M, Li S, Tang S. Robotic resection of paediatric solid tumours at a single institution. Int J Med Robot 2023; 19:e2495. [PMID: 36566355 DOI: 10.1002/rcs.2495] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2022] [Revised: 11/27/2022] [Accepted: 12/22/2022] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND To explore the clinical application of robotic-assisted surgery in paediatric solid tumours and to explore its feasibility. METHODS From 2015 to 2022, 53 children with solid tumours underwent robotic-assisted surgery in our centre were retrospectively analysed. RESULTS The mean weight of the patients was 27.7 kg, and the mean age was 6.7 years. The average tumour volume was 5.5*4.6*3.7 cm. Two procedures (3.8%) were converted. The mean total operative time was 198.5 min. The mean estimated blood loss was 27.1 ml, and no intraoperative complications occurred. Two (3.8%) patients had postoperative complications. At a median follow-up of 21.2 months, one (1.9%) patient with malignant tumours stopped treatment, and two (3.8%) patients developed tumour recurrence. CONCLUSIONS Robotic-assisted tumour resection is feasible in highly selected cases of young age, light weight, huge tumour or malignant tumour.
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- Jiarui Pu
- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Gastrointetinal Surgery, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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Feng J, Zhang Y, Wen J, Chen Y, Tao J, Yu S, Zhu Z, Dong B, Liu Y, Fan Y, Lv L, Zhang X. Alteration of N6-methyladenosine epitranscriptome profiles in bilateral ureteral obstruction-induced obstructive nephropathy in juvenile rats. Pediatr Res 2022; 93:1509-1518. [PMID: 35986151 DOI: 10.1038/s41390-022-02228-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2022] [Revised: 07/09/2022] [Accepted: 07/18/2022] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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BACKGROUND Urinary tract obstruction is a common cause of renal failure in children and infants, and the pathophysiological mechanisms of obstructive nephropathy are largely unclear. It has been reported that m6A modulation is involved in renal injury. However, whether m6A RNA modulation is associated with obstructive nephropathy has not yet been reported. The aim of this study was to investigate the m6A epitranscriptome profiles in the kidneys of bilateral ureteral obstruction (BUO) in young rats. METHODS The total level of m6A in the kidneys was measured by liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry. The mRNAs of related genes were detected by real-time PCR. Methylated RNA immunoprecipitation sequencing was performed to map the epitranscriptome-wide m6A profile. RESULTS Global m6A levels were increased after BUO, and the mRNA expression levels of m6A methyltransferases and demethylases were significantly decreased in BUO group rat kidneys; the expression levels of EGFR and Brcal were significantly upregulated, while the mRNA expression levels of Notch1 were downregulated (P < 0.05). A total of 154 genes associated with 163 m6A peaks were identified. CONCLUSION The m6A epitranscriptome was significantly altered in BUO rat kidneys, which is potentially implicated in the pathophysiological processes of obstructive nephropathy. IMPACT The m6A RNA modification was associated with the process of renal injury in ureteral obstructive nephropathy by participating in multiple dimensions. The dysregulation of m6A methyltransferases and demethylases may be related to the pathophysiological changes of BUO-induced obstructive nephropathy. The m6A RNA modulation of the genes EGFR, Brca1, and Notch1 that were related to the regulation of aquaporin2 might be the potential mechanism for the polyuresis after ureteral obstruction.
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- Jinjin Feng
- Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450052, China
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- Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450052, China
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- Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450052, China
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- Department of Center for Translational Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450052, China
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- Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450052, China
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- Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450052, China
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- Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450052, China
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- Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450052, China
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- Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450052, China
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- Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450052, China
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- Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450052, China
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- Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450052, China.
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Esposito C, Blanc T, Lardy H, Masieri L, Fourcade L, Mendoza-Sagaon M, Nappo S, Lopez M, Pelizzo G, Steyaert H, Gamba P, Scuderi MG, Escolino M, Castagnetti M, Chiarenza F, Ghoneimi AE. Robotic Surgery in Pediatric Urology: A Critical Appraisal of the GECI and SIVI Consensus of European Experts. J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A 2022; 32:1108-1113. [PMID: 35796702 DOI: 10.1089/lap.2021.0837] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/19/2023] Open
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Background: This study aimed to create a consensus statement on the indications, applications, and limitations of robotics in pediatric urology. Methods: After a panel and interactive discussion focused on pediatric robotics, a televoting with 10 questions was administered to 100 pediatric surgeons/urologists attending the joint meeting of the French Group of Pediatric Laparoscopy (GECI)/Italian Society of Videosurgery in Infancy (SIVI) in 2021. The results of televoting were analyzed electronically using Mentometer software. Results: Ninety-four percent of participants stated that the cutoff weight for robotics should be >10-15 kg. A minimum of 20-30 procedures should be performed to become confident in robotics (74%). Pediatric urology is the main field of application (73%) and pyeloplasty is the best indication for robotics (63%). Technical problems may happen intraoperatively in 1/10-15 cases (64%). The mean duration of robotic procedures ranges from 150 to 200 minutes (72%). The main drawbacks of robotics are high costs and limited development of miniaturized instruments (74%). Ninety-five percent believed that the costs of robotics may significantly drop with the availability of more robotic brands. The main advantages of robotics over laparoscopy include improved dexterity, easier suturing, and better ergonomics (100%), whereas the main disadvantage of sharing the robot with other specialties is the wearing out of instruments (100%). Conclusions: This is the first consensus statement, endorsed by the GECI and SIVI societies, on the use of robotics in pediatric urology. The need to introduce more robotic brands on the market to lower the costs and to develop miniaturized instruments to be adopted in infants less than 10 kg emerged. Pediatric urology is the main field of application of pediatric robotics, and robotic pyeloplasty is the most common procedure performed. Proctorship is needed for the first 20-30 procedures and technical problems may occur intraoperatively in 1/10-15 cases. The main advantages of robotics over laparoscopy are improved dexterity, easier suturing, and better surgeon ergonomics.
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- Ciro Esposito
- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Federico II University Hospital, Naples, Italy
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Hôpital Necker Enfants Malades, Paris, France
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, CHU-Centre de Pédiatrie de Clocheville, Tours, France
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- Division of Pediatric Urology, Meyer Children Hospital, Florence, Italy
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Hôpital de la Mère et de l'Enfant, Limoges, France
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Ospedale Regionale di Bellinzona e Valli, Bellinzona, Switzerland
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- Division of Pediatric Urology, Regina Margherita Hospital, Turin, Italy
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Val d'Hebron Maternity and Children's Hospital, Barcelona, Spain
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Buzzi Children Hospital, Milan, Italy
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Huderf Children's Hospital, Brussels, Belgium
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Medical University of Padua, Padua, Italy
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Federico II University Hospital, Naples, Italy
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- Division of Pediatric Urology, Bambin Gesù Children Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, San Bortolo Hospital, Vicenza, Italy
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Kalfa N. The changing face of pediatric urology: Blurring the lines. J Pediatr Urol 2022; 18:263-269. [PMID: 35610127 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpurol.2022.04.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/07/2022] [Accepted: 04/12/2022] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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- Nicolas Kalfa
- Department of Pediatric Surgery and Urology, Lapeyronie Hospital, CHU Montpellier - University of Montpellier, Montpellier, France; Debrest Institute of Public Health IDESP, UMR INSERM - University of Montpellier, Montpellier, France; National Reference Center for Rare Disease for Genital Development, CRMR DEVGEN, Constitutif Sud, Lapeyronie Hospital, University of Montpellier, Montpellier, France.
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Chen J, Xu H, Lin S, He S, Tang K, Xiao Z, Xu D. Robot-assisted pyeloplasty and laparoscopic pyeloplasty in children: A comparison of single-port-plus-one and multiport surgery. Front Pediatr 2022; 10:957790. [PMID: 36340736 PMCID: PMC9634126 DOI: 10.3389/fped.2022.957790] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2022] [Accepted: 09/22/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE This study aimed to compare the effects of various trocar placements in robot-assisted and laparoscopic pyeloplasty involving children diagnosed with obstruction of the ureteropelvic junction (OUPJ). METHODS We retrospectively collected the data on 74 patients under 14 years of age who had been diagnosed with OUPJ; these patients underwent either robot-assisted or laparoscopic pyeloplasty in our hospital between January 2015 and November 2021. There were four groups, as follows: •Laparoscopic multiport pyeloplasty (LMPY),•Laparoscopic single-port pyeloplasty (LSPY),•Robotic-assisted multiport pyeloplasty (RMPY),•Robotic-assisted single-port-plus-one pyeloplasty (RSPY).Patients' characteristics as well as their perioperative and follow-up data were collected and evaluated. RESULTS There was no significant difference in the data regarding patients' characteristics. These data included the grade of hydronephrosis according to the Society of Fetal Urology (SFU grade), anterior and posterior diameter of the renal pelvis and ureter (APDRPU), and the differential degree of renal function (DRF) at following time points: preoperative, postoperative, and comparison of preoperative and postoperative. There was no difference among these groups. During surgery, the time of trocar placement, urethroplasty time, and total operative time in the robotic groups (RMPY and RSPY) were longer than those in the laparoscopic groups (LMPY and LSPY). However, the ratio of the urethroplasty time and full operative time (UT/WT) in the robotic groups (RMPY and RSPY) was lower than that in the laparoscopic groups (LMPY and LSPY) (P = 0.0075). Also, the volume of blood loss was lower in the robotic groups (RMPY and RSPY) than that in the laparoscopic groups (LMPY and LSPY), although there was no statistical difference (P = 0.11). There were, however, significant differences in hospitalization days (P < 0.0001) and parents' cosmetic satisfaction scores (P < 0.001). There were no differences in fasting time, the length of time that a ureteral catheter remained in place, or the number of postoperative complications. CONCLUSION Our study shows that both robotic multiple-port and single-port-plus-one approaches are comparable, with laparoscopic multiple-port and single-port approaches equally effective in resolving OUPJ in children. Robotic and single-port-plus-one approaches may be associated with some advantages in hospitalization time and cosmetic outcomes; therefore, these approaches may be useful in urologic surgery that requires precise suturing, especially in pediatric patients.
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- Jianglong Chen
- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Fujian Provincial Hospital, Fuzhou, China.,Shengli Clinical Medical College, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Fujian Provincial Hospital, Fuzhou, China.,Shengli Clinical Medical College, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Fujian Provincial Hospital, Fuzhou, China.,Shengli Clinical Medical College, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Fujian Provincial Hospital, Fuzhou, China.,Shengli Clinical Medical College, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Fujian Provincial Hospital, Fuzhou, China.,Shengli Clinical Medical College, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Fujian Provincial Hospital, Fuzhou, China.,Shengli Clinical Medical College, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Fujian Provincial Hospital, Fuzhou, China.,Shengli Clinical Medical College, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
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Berrondo C, Makari JH. Current practice in robotic surgery among pediatric urologists: A survey study. J Endourol 2021; 36:740-744. [PMID: 34861774 DOI: 10.1089/end.2021.0725] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Since its introduction, robotic surgery has gained most traction among urologists. Pediatric urologists have been slower to adopt the technology compared to their adult counterparts. Our objectives were to understand current practice patterns for robotic surgery among pediatric urologists, to identify perceived barriers, and to identify factors associated with the use of robotic surgery. METHODS An anonymous online survey was administered using REDCap to members of the Societies for Pediatric Urology (SPU) including questions about provider demographics and personal practice patterns. Comparisons were made using Pearson's Chi-Squared analysis. RESULTS Of 351 SPU members surveyed, 95 completed the survey (27%). Fifty-five (58%) reported performing robotic surgery, 40 (42%) reported not performing robotic surgery. Twenty-seven (28%) reported receiving robotic training in residency, 26 (27%) in fellowship, 34 (36%) in a robotics course, and 30 (32%) with proctored surgery. Cited reasons for not performing robotic surgery were lack of training, referring to practice partners, and lack of benefit. Of those performing robotic surgery, most reported performing 0-1 or 2-4 per month. Thirty-one (56%) reported having selection criteria for use of the robot: 26 (47%) cited an age cut-off, 12 (22%) a weight cut-off, and 14 (26%) an abdominal size cut-off. Eighteen (33%) reported using hidden incisions endoscopic surgery (HIdES) approach, and 40 (42%) reported using an assistant port. Factors associated with using the robot included surgeon age, years in practice, practice setting, having robotic training, and having practice partners who perform robotic surgery. CONCLUSIONS Practice variation exists in the use and application of robotic surgery among pediatric urologists. The main self-reported barriers to performing robotic surgery are lack of training, referring to practice partners, and no perceived benefit to robotic surgery. Factors associated with performing robotic surgery were surgeon age, years in practice, practice setting, and having practice partners perform robotic surgery.
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- Claudia Berrondo
- Children's Hospital and Medical Center, 20635, Pediatric Urology, 8200 Dodge Street, Omaha, Nebraska, United States, 68114-4113.,University of Nebraska Medical Center, 12284, Surgery (Urologic Surgery), Omaha, Nebraska, United States, 68198-7400;
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- Children's Hospital and Medical Center, 20635, Pediatric Urology, Omaha, Nebraska, United States.,University of Nebraska Medical Center, 12284, Surgery (Urologic Surgery), Omaha, Nebraska, United States;
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