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Falola AF, Dada OS, Adeyeye A, Ezebialu CO, Fadairo RT, Okere MO, Ndong A. Analyzing the emergence of surgical robotics in Africa: a scoping review of pioneering procedures, platforms utilized, and outcome meta-analysis. JOURNAL OF MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGERY 2024; 27:142-155. [PMID: 39300723 DOI: 10.7602/jmis.2024.27.3.142] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/29/2024] [Revised: 06/27/2024] [Accepted: 08/25/2024] [Indexed: 09/22/2024]
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Purpose Surgical practice globally has undergone significant advancements with the advent of robotic systems. In Africa, a similar trend is emerging with the introduction of robots into various surgical specialties in certain countries. The need to review the robotic procedures performed, platforms utilized, and analyze outcomes such as conversion, morbidity, and mortality associated with robotic surgery in Africa, necessitated this study. This is the first study examining the status and outcomes of robotic surgery in Africa. Methods A thorough scoping search was performed in PubMed, Google Scholar, Web of Science, and African Journals Online. Of the 1,266 studies identified, 16 studies across 3 countries met the inclusion criteria. A meta-analysis conducted using R statistical software estimated the pooled prevalences with the 95% confidence interval (CI) of conversion, morbidity, and mortality. Results Surgical robots are reportedly in use in South Africa, Egypt, and Tunisia. Across four specialties, 1,328 procedures were performed using da Vinci (Intuitive Surgical), Versius (CMR Surgical), and Senhance (Asensus Surgical) surgical robotic platforms. Urological procedures (90.1%) were the major procedures performed, with robotic prostatectomy (49.3%) being the most common procedure. The pooled rate of conversion and prevalence of morbidity from the meta-analysis was 0.21% (95% CI, 0%-0.54%) and 21.15% (95% CI, 7.45%-34.85%), respectively. There was no reported case of mortality. Conclusion The outcomes highlight successful implementation and the potential for wider adoption. Based on our findings, we advocate for multidisciplinary and multinational collaboration, investment in surgical training programs, and policy initiatives aimed at addressing barriers to the widespread adoption of robotic surgery in Africa.
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- Adebayo Feranmi Falola
- General Surgery Community, Surgery Interest Group of Africa, Lagos, Nigeria
- Department of Medicine and Surgery, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria
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- General Surgery Community, Surgery Interest Group of Africa, Lagos, Nigeria
- Department of General Surgery, University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, Birmingham, United Kingdom
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- Significant Polyp and Early Colorectal Cancer (SPECC) Service, King's College Hospital, London, United Kingdom
- Department of Surgery, Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria
- Department of Surgery, University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital, Nigeria
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- General Surgery Community, Surgery Interest Group of Africa, Lagos, Nigeria
- Department of Medicine and Surgery, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria
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- General Surgery Community, Surgery Interest Group of Africa, Lagos, Nigeria
- Department of Medicine and Surgery, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria
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- General Surgery Community, Surgery Interest Group of Africa, Lagos, Nigeria
- Department of Medicine and Surgery, College of Medicine, University of Port Harcourt, Choba, Nigeria
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- General Surgery Community, Surgery Interest Group of Africa, Lagos, Nigeria
- Department of Surgery, Gaston Berger University, Saint-Louis, Senegal
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Al-Naseem AO, Al-Muhannadi A, Ramadhan M, Alfadhli A, Marwan Y, Shafafy R, Abd-El-Barr MM. Robot-assisted pedicle screw insertion versus navigation-based and freehand techniques for posterior spinal fusion in scoliosis: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Spine Deform 2024; 12:1203-1215. [PMID: 38619784 PMCID: PMC11343815 DOI: 10.1007/s43390-024-00879-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2024] [Accepted: 04/04/2024] [Indexed: 04/16/2024]
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PURPOSE The role of robotics in spine surgery remains controversial, especially for scoliosis correction surgery. This study aims to assess the safety and efficacy of robotic-assisted (RA) surgery specifically for scoliosis surgery by comparing RA to both navigation systems (NS) and conventional freehand techniques (CF). METHODS As per the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses (PRISMA) guidelines, a systematic review and meta-analysis were conducted via an electronic search of the following databases: MEDLINE, EMBASE, and the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL). All papers comparing RA to either NS or CF for posterior spinal fusion in scoliosis were included. Fixed and random effects models of analysis were utilised based on analysis heterogeneity. RESULTS 10 observational studies were included in total. RA had significantly greater odds of accurate pedicle screw placement relative to both NS (OR = 2.02, CI = 1.52-2.67, p < 0.00001) and CF (OR = 3.06, CI = 1.79-5.23, p < 0.00001). The downside of RA was the significantly greater operation duration relative to NS (MD = 10.74, CI = 3.52-17.97, p = 0.004) and CF (MD = 40.27, CI = 20.90, p < 0.0001). Perioperative outcomes including estimated blood loss, radiation exposure, length of hospital stay, cobb angle correction rate, postoperative SRS score, VAS pain score, JOA score, as well as rates of neurological injury and revision surgery, were comparable between the groups (p > 0.05). CONCLUSION RA offers significantly greater pedicle screw placement accuracy relative to NS and CF, however, surgery can take longer. In terms of perioperative outcomes, all three techniques are comparable.
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- Department of Surgery, College of Medicine, Health Sciences Centre, Kuwait University, Kuwait City, Kuwait.
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- Division of Surgery & Interventional Science, University College London, London, UK.
- Department of Spinal Surgery, Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Stanmore, UK.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Division of Spine, Duke University Medical Centre, Durham, USA.
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Rahimi AM, Uluç E, Hardon SF, Bonjer HJ, van der Peet DL, Daams F. Training in robotic-assisted surgery: a systematic review of training modalities and objective and subjective assessment methods. Surg Endosc 2024; 38:3547-3555. [PMID: 38814347 PMCID: PMC11219449 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-024-10915-7] [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: 01/16/2024] [Accepted: 05/05/2024] [Indexed: 05/31/2024]
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INTRODUCTION The variety of robotic surgery systems, training modalities, and assessment tools within robotic surgery training is extensive. This systematic review aimed to comprehensively overview different training modalities and assessment methods for teaching and assessing surgical skills in robotic surgery, with a specific focus on comparing objective and subjective assessment methods. METHODS A systematic review was conducted following the PRISMA guidelines. The electronic databases Pubmed, EMBASE, and Cochrane were searched from inception until February 1, 2022. Included studies consisted of robotic-assisted surgery training (e.g., box training, virtual reality training, cadaver training and animal tissue training) with an assessment method (objective or subjective), such as assessment forms, virtual reality scores, peer-to-peer feedback or time recording. RESULTS The search identified 1591 studies. After abstract screening and full-texts examination, 209 studies were identified that focused on robotic surgery training and included an assessment tool. The majority of the studies utilized the da Vinci Surgical System, with dry lab training being the most common approach, followed by the da Vinci Surgical Skills Simulator. The most frequently used assessment methods included simulator scoring system (e.g., dVSS score), and assessment forms (e.g., GEARS and OSATS). CONCLUSION This systematic review provides an overview of training modalities and assessment methods in robotic-assisted surgery. Dry lab training on the da Vinci Surgical System and training on the da Vinci Skills Simulator are the predominant approaches. However, focused training on tissue handling, manipulation, and force interaction is lacking, despite the absence of haptic feedback. Future research should focus on developing universal objective assessment and feedback methods to address these limitations as the field continues to evolve.
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- A Masie Rahimi
- Department of Surgery, Amsterdam UMC, Vrije Universiteit, Tafelbergweg 47, 1105 BD, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
- Amsterdam Skills Centre for Health Sciences, Tafelbergweg 47, 1105 BD, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
- Cancer Center Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
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- Department of Surgery, Amsterdam UMC, Vrije Universiteit, Tafelbergweg 47, 1105 BD, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Amsterdam UMC, Vrije Universiteit, Tafelbergweg 47, 1105 BD, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Amsterdam UMC, Vrije Universiteit, Tafelbergweg 47, 1105 BD, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam Skills Centre for Health Sciences, Tafelbergweg 47, 1105 BD, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Cancer Center Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Amsterdam UMC, Vrije Universiteit, Tafelbergweg 47, 1105 BD, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Cancer Center Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Amsterdam UMC, Vrije Universiteit, Tafelbergweg 47, 1105 BD, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Cancer Center Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Gandi C, Marino F, Totaro A, Scarciglia E, Bellavia F, Bientinesi R, Gavi F, Russo P, Ragonese M, Palermo G, Racioppi M, Lentini N, Pastorino R, Sacco E. Perioperative Outcomes of Robotic Radical Prostatectomy with Hugo™ RAS versus daVinci Surgical Platform: Propensity Score-Matched Comparative Analysis. J Clin Med 2024; 13:3157. [PMID: 38892868 PMCID: PMC11173080 DOI: 10.3390/jcm13113157] [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: 03/29/2024] [Revised: 05/05/2024] [Accepted: 05/23/2024] [Indexed: 06/21/2024] Open
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Background/Objectives: There is an urgent need for comparative analyses of the intraoperative, oncological, and functional outcomes of different surgical robotic platforms. We aimed to compare the outcomes of RARP performed at a tertiary referral robotic centre with the novel HugoTM RAS system with those performed with a daVinci surgical system, which is considered the reference standard. Methods: We analysed the data of 400 patients undergoing RARP ± pelvic lymph node dissection between 2021 and 2023, using propensity score (PS) matching to correct for treatment selection bias. All procedures were performed by three surgeons with HugoTM RAS or daVinci. Results: The PS-matched cohort included 198 patients with 99 matched pairs, balanced for all covariates. Positive surgical margins (PSMs) were found in 22.2% and 25.3% (p = 0.616) of patients, respectively, in the HugoTM RAS and daVinci groups. No significant differences were found for other important perioperative outcomes, including median (1st-3rd q) operative time (170 (147.5-195.5) vs. 166 (154-202.5) min; p = 0.540), median (1st-3rd q) estimated blood loss (EBL) (100 (100-150) vs. 100 (100-150) ml; p = 0.834), Clavien-Dindo (CD) ≥ 2 complications (3% vs. 4%; p = 0.498), and social continence at 3 months (73.7% vs. 74.7%; p = 0.353). In multiple analyses, no associations were found between surgical outcomes (PSM, length of PSM, operative time, EBL, length of catheterization, length of hospital stay, social continence at three months after surgery, and CD ≥ 2 complications) and the robotic platform. Conclusions: Our findings demonstrate that HugoTM RAS enables surgeons to safely and effectively transfer the level of proficiency they reached during their previous experience with the daVinci systems.
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- Carlo Gandi
- Department of Urology, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Rome, Italy; (C.G.); (A.T.); (E.S.); (F.B.); (R.B.); (F.G.); (P.R.); (M.R.); (G.P.); (M.R.)
- Department of Medicine and Translational Surgery, Università Cattolica Del Sacro Cuore, 00168 Rome, Italy;
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- Department of Urology, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Rome, Italy; (C.G.); (A.T.); (E.S.); (F.B.); (R.B.); (F.G.); (P.R.); (M.R.); (G.P.); (M.R.)
- Department of Medicine and Translational Surgery, Università Cattolica Del Sacro Cuore, 00168 Rome, Italy;
- Department of Urology, Addenbrooke’s Hospital, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridge CB2 0QQ, UK
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- Department of Urology, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Rome, Italy; (C.G.); (A.T.); (E.S.); (F.B.); (R.B.); (F.G.); (P.R.); (M.R.); (G.P.); (M.R.)
- Department of Medicine and Translational Surgery, Università Cattolica Del Sacro Cuore, 00168 Rome, Italy;
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- Department of Urology, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Rome, Italy; (C.G.); (A.T.); (E.S.); (F.B.); (R.B.); (F.G.); (P.R.); (M.R.); (G.P.); (M.R.)
- Department of Medicine and Translational Surgery, Università Cattolica Del Sacro Cuore, 00168 Rome, Italy;
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- Department of Urology, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Rome, Italy; (C.G.); (A.T.); (E.S.); (F.B.); (R.B.); (F.G.); (P.R.); (M.R.); (G.P.); (M.R.)
- Department of Medicine and Translational Surgery, Università Cattolica Del Sacro Cuore, 00168 Rome, Italy;
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- Department of Urology, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Rome, Italy; (C.G.); (A.T.); (E.S.); (F.B.); (R.B.); (F.G.); (P.R.); (M.R.); (G.P.); (M.R.)
- Department of Medicine and Translational Surgery, Università Cattolica Del Sacro Cuore, 00168 Rome, Italy;
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- Department of Urology, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Rome, Italy; (C.G.); (A.T.); (E.S.); (F.B.); (R.B.); (F.G.); (P.R.); (M.R.); (G.P.); (M.R.)
- Department of Medicine and Translational Surgery, Università Cattolica Del Sacro Cuore, 00168 Rome, Italy;
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- Department of Urology, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Rome, Italy; (C.G.); (A.T.); (E.S.); (F.B.); (R.B.); (F.G.); (P.R.); (M.R.); (G.P.); (M.R.)
- Department of Medicine and Translational Surgery, Università Cattolica Del Sacro Cuore, 00168 Rome, Italy;
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- Department of Urology, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Rome, Italy; (C.G.); (A.T.); (E.S.); (F.B.); (R.B.); (F.G.); (P.R.); (M.R.); (G.P.); (M.R.)
- Department of Medicine and Translational Surgery, Università Cattolica Del Sacro Cuore, 00168 Rome, Italy;
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- Department of Urology, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Rome, Italy; (C.G.); (A.T.); (E.S.); (F.B.); (R.B.); (F.G.); (P.R.); (M.R.); (G.P.); (M.R.)
- Department of Medicine and Translational Surgery, Università Cattolica Del Sacro Cuore, 00168 Rome, Italy;
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- Department of Urology, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Rome, Italy; (C.G.); (A.T.); (E.S.); (F.B.); (R.B.); (F.G.); (P.R.); (M.R.); (G.P.); (M.R.)
- Department of Medicine and Translational Surgery, Università Cattolica Del Sacro Cuore, 00168 Rome, Italy;
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- Department of Life Sciences and Public Health, Section of Hygiene, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, 00168 Rome, Italy; (N.L.); (R.P.)
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- Department of Life Sciences and Public Health, Section of Hygiene, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, 00168 Rome, Italy; (N.L.); (R.P.)
- Department of Woman and Child Health and Public Health—Public Health Area, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, 00168 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Translational Surgery, Università Cattolica Del Sacro Cuore, 00168 Rome, Italy;
- Department of Urology, Ospedale Isola Tiberina—Gemelli Isola, 00168 Rome, Italy
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Veccia A, Malandra S, Montanaro F, Pettenuzzo G, DE Marco V, Antonelli A. Mirrored port placement for robotic radical prostatectomy with the Hugo RAS™ System: initial experience. Minerva Urol Nephrol 2024; 76:235-240. [PMID: 38270908 DOI: 10.23736/s2724-6051.23.05597-0] [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: 01/26/2024]
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Herein we report our first experience with Hugo RAS™ proposing a mirrored approach with different angles. Two experienced surgeons performed 10 prostatectomies (six with the standard approach and four with the mirrored one). The median docking time was 12.5 (IQR 12-15) vs. 13.5 (IQR 12-20) minutes. The median console time was 229 (174-245) vs. 172 (IQR 164-191) minutes. None of the procedures required conversion to open surgery. The study proves the versatility of the Hugo RAS™ to perform robot-assisted radical prostatectomy with two different docking angles and might be useful for novel users to adopt the preferred approach.
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- Alessandro Veccia
- Urology Unit, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Department of Surgery, Dentistry, Pediatrics and Gynecology, University of Verona, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata (AOUI) Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Urology Unit, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Urology Unit, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Urology Unit, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Urology Unit, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata Verona, Verona, Italy -
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Checcucci E, Puliatti S, Pecoraro A, Piramide F, Campi R, Carrion DM, Esperto F, Afferi L, Veneziano D, Somani B, Vásquez JL, Fiori C, Mottrie A, Amato M, N'Dow J, Porpiglia F, Liatsikos E, Rivas JG, Cacciamani GE. ESRU-ESU-YAU_UROTECH Survey on Urology Residents Surgical Training: Are We Ready for Simulation and a Standardized Program? EUR UROL SUPPL 2024; 61:18-28. [PMID: 38384440 PMCID: PMC10879935 DOI: 10.1016/j.euros.2023.12.008] [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] [Accepted: 12/07/2023] [Indexed: 02/23/2024] Open
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Background Currently, the landscape of surgical training is undergoing rapid evolution, marked by the initial implementation of standardized surgical training programs, which are further facilitated by the emergence of new technologies. However, this proliferation is uneven across various countries and hospitals. Objective To offer a comprehensive overview of the existing surgical training programs throughout Europe, with a specific focus on the accessibility of simulation resources and standardized surgical programs. Design setting and participants A dedicated survey was designed and spread in May 2022 via the European Association of Urology (EAU) mail list, to Young Urologist Office (YUO), Junior membership, European Urology Residents Education Program participants between 2014 and 2022, and other urologists under 40 yr, and via the EAU Newsletter. Intervention A 64-item, online-based survey in accordance with the Checklist for Reporting Results of Internet E-Surveys (CHERRIES) using the platform of Survey Monkey (Portland, OR, USA) was realized. Outcome measurements and statistical analysis The study involved an assessment of the demographic characteristics. Additionally, it explored the type of center, availability of various surgical approaches, presence of training infrastructure, participation in courses, organization of training, and participants' satisfaction with the training program. The level of satisfaction was evaluated using a Likert-5 scale. The subsequent sections delved into surgical training within the realms of open, laparoscopic, robotic, and endoscopic surgery, each explored separately. Finally, the investigation encompassed the presence of a structured training course and the availability of a duly validated final evaluation process. Results and limitations There were 375 responders with a completion rate of 82%. Among them, 75% were identified as male, 50.6% were young urologists, 31.7% were senior residents, and 17.6% were junior residents. A significant majority of participants (69.6%) were affiliated with academic centers. Regarding the presence of dry lab training facilities, only 50.3% of respondents indicated its availability. Among these centers, 46.7% were primarily focused on laparoscopy training. The availability of virtual and wet lab training centers was even more limited, with rates of 31.5% and 16.2%, respectively. Direct patient involvement was reported in 80.5% of cases for open surgery, 58.8% for laparoscopy, 25.0% for robotics, and 78.6% for endourology. It is worth noting that in <25% of instances, training followed a well-defined standardized program comprising both preclinical and clinical modular phases. Finally, the analysis of participant feedback showed that 49.7% of respondents expressed a satisfaction rating of either 4 or 5 points with respect to the training program. The limitations of our study include the low response rate, predominance of participants from academic centers, and absence of responses from individuals not affiliated with the EAU network. Conclusions The current distribution of surgical training centers falls short of ensuring widespread access to standardized training programs. Although dry lab facilities are relatively well spread, the availability of wet lab resources remains restricted. Additionally, it appears that many trainees' initial exposure to surgery occurs directly with patients. There is a pressing need for continued endeavors to establish uniform training routes and assessment techniques across various surgical methodologies. Patient summary Nowadays, the surgical training landscape is heterogeneous across different countries. The implementation of a standardized training methodology to enhance the overall quality of surgical training and thereby improving patient outcomes is needed.
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- Enrico Checcucci
- Department of Surgery, Candiolo Cancer Institute, FPO-IRCCS, Candiolo, Turin, Italy
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- Department of Urology, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena, Italy
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- Unit of Urological Robotic Surgery and Renal Transplantation, Careggi Hospital, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Urology, AOU San Luigi Gonzaga – University of Turin, Orbassano (To), Piemonte, Italy
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- Unit of Urological Robotic Surgery and Renal Transplantation, Careggi Hospital, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Torrejon University Hospital, Madrid, Spain
- Universidad Francisco de Vitoria, Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Urology, Campus Biomedico University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Urology, Luzerner Kantonsspital, Lucerne, Switzerland
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- Department of Urology, University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust, Southampton, UK
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- Department of Urology, AOU San Luigi Gonzaga – University of Turin, Orbassano (To), Piemonte, Italy
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- Department of Urology, OLV Hospital, Aalst, Belgium
- ORSI Academy, Melle, Belgium
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- Department of Urology, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena, Italy
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- Academic Urology Unit, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
- Department of Urology, Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, Aberdeen, UK
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- Department of Urology, AOU San Luigi Gonzaga – University of Turin, Orbassano (To), Piemonte, Italy
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- Department of Urology, Hospital Clinico San Carlos, Madrid, Spain
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Alkatout I, O’Sullivan O, Peters G, Maass N. Expanding Robotic-Assisted Surgery in Gynecology Using the Potential of an Advanced Robotic System. MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) 2023; 60:53. [PMID: 38256313 PMCID: PMC10818539 DOI: 10.3390/medicina60010053] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/24/2023] [Revised: 12/17/2023] [Accepted: 12/21/2023] [Indexed: 01/24/2024]
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Minimally invasive surgery (MIS) in gynecology was introduced to achieve the same surgical objectives as traditional open surgery while minimizing trauma to surrounding tissues, reducing pain, accelerating recovery, and improving overall patient outcomes. Minimally invasive approaches, such as laparoscopic and robotic-assisted surgeries, have become the standard for many gynecological procedures. In this review, we aim to summarize the advantages and main limitations to a broader adoption of robotic-assisted surgery compared to laparoscopic surgeries in gynecology. We present a new surgical system, the Dexter Robotic System™ (Distalmotion, Switzerland), that facilitates the transition from laparoscopy expertise to robotic-assisted surgery.
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- Ibrahim Alkatout
- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, University Hospitals Schleswig-Holstein, Campus Kiel, D-24105 Kiel, Germany
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- Distalmotion SA, Route de la Corniche 3b, 1066 Epalinges, Switzerland;
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- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, University Hospitals Schleswig-Holstein, Campus Kiel, D-24105 Kiel, Germany
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- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, University Hospitals Schleswig-Holstein, Campus Kiel, D-24105 Kiel, Germany
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Bhat KRS, Nathan A, Moschovas MC, Nathan S, Patel VR. Outcomes of salvage robot-assisted radical prostatectomy in patients who had primary focal versus whole-gland ablation: a multicentric study. J Robot Surg 2023; 17:2995-3003. [PMID: 37903973 DOI: 10.1007/s11701-023-01738-0] [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: 06/25/2023] [Accepted: 10/05/2023] [Indexed: 11/01/2023]
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In the present study, we present comparative outcomes of radical prostatectomy after whole-gland therapy (wg-SRARP) and focal gland therapy (f-SRARP). The study assessed 339 patients who underwent salvage robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (SRARP); 145 patients who had primary focal therapy and 194 patients who had primary whole-gland treatment. SRARP was performed in all cases using a standardized technique developed at respective institutes with the da Vinci Xi Surgical System. Our primary endpoint was the comparison of the functional and oncological outcomes between the groups. Cox proportional hazard was used to study the functional and oncological outcomes. The median total operative time for f-SRARP was 18 min higher than wg-RARP (p < 0.001). Higher rates of nerve-sparing were performed in f-SRARP (focal vs whole gland; bilateral-15.2% vs 9.3%; unilateral 49% vs 28.4%; p < 0.001). wg-SRARP had higher rates of ISUP 5 (26.3% vs 19.3%; p < 0.001) and deferred ISUP score due to altered pathology (14.8% vs 0.7; p < 0.001), while f-SRARP had higher rates of ISUP 4 (11.7% vs 10.7%; p < 0.001) and ≥ pT3a (64.8% vs 51.6%; p < 0.001). Positive margins were significantly higher with f-SRARP (26.2% vs 10.3%; p < 0.001). Functional outcomes were poor in both the groups. However, postoperative continence was higher and faster in patients who had f-SRARP compared to wg-SRARP (69% vs. 54.6%; p = 0.013). We could not identify statistically significant difference in postoperative potency recovery and biochemical recurrence. We present the largest multi-institutional analyses of f-SRARP and wg-SRARP. SRARP is challenging wherein patients have adverse pathological features and increased surgical complexity irrespective of the primary treatment. Focal therapy group had higher rates of nerve-sparing, however, with increased positive surgical margins. Both groups had poor functional outcomes regardless of nerve-sparing degree, indicating significant ipsilateral and contralateral damage to tissues surrounding the prostate during primary treatment. We believe that this analysis is crucial for counseling patients regarding expected outcomes before performing a salvage treatment following ablative therapy failure.
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- K R Seetharam Bhat
- AdventHealth Orlando, Orlando, USA.
- SUNY Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, NY, 13502, USA.
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- University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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Wang H, Wu Y, Huang P, Chen W, Wang Z, Wang Y. Comparison of effectiveness and safety of Da Vinci robot's "3 + 1" and "4 + 1" modes of treatment for colorectal cancer. J Robot Surg 2023; 17:2807-2815. [PMID: 37735326 DOI: 10.1007/s11701-023-01717-5] [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: 05/31/2023] [Accepted: 09/03/2023] [Indexed: 09/23/2023]
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To compare the effectiveness of the Da Vinci Surgical Robot System (DSRS) "3 + 1" and "4 + 1" models for colorectal cancer (CRC). A total of 107 patients with CRC admitted to our hospital from February 2021 to May 2022 were selected for the retrospective analysis. Of these, 57 patients underwent the DSRS "4 + 1" model (control group), while the rest 50 underwent the DSRS "3 + 1" model (research group). The operation time, intraoperative bleeding, number of lymph nodes detected, time of first postoperative urinary catheter removal, time of first feeding, time of first venting and hospitalization were compared between the two groups. The changes of white blood cell (WBC) and C-reactive protein (CRP) levels before and after surgery were detected, and patients' adverse effects and treatment costs between surgery and hospital discharge were counted. The Self-Rating Anxiety Scale (SAS) and the Self-Rating Depression Scale (SDS) were used to assess the psychological state of the patients. There was no difference in operative time, intraoperative bleeding, and number of lymph nodes detected between both groups (P > 0.05), while time to first postoperative urinary catheter removal, time to first feeding, time to first venting, length of stay (LOS), postoperative inflammatory factor levels, incidence of adverse events, and treatment costs were all lower in the research group than in the control group (P < 0.05). SAS and SDS scores decreased after treatment in both groups, but the decrease was more obvious in the research group (P < 0.05). Both DSRS "4 + 1" and "3 + 1" modes have better treatment effects for CRC. However, the "3 + 1" mode has higher safety and lower treatment cost, which can significantly improve the postoperative recovery process of patients and is more worthy to be promoted in clinical practice.
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- Huaiwen Wang
- Department of Anorectal Surgery, Hainan Provincial People's Hospital, Haikou, 570311, Hainan, China.
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- Department of Anorectal Surgery, Hainan Provincial People's Hospital, Haikou, 570311, Hainan, China
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- Department of Anorectal Surgery, Hainan Provincial People's Hospital, Haikou, 570311, Hainan, China
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- Department of Anorectal Surgery, Hainan Provincial People's Hospital, Haikou, 570311, Hainan, China
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- Department of Anorectal Surgery, Hainan Provincial People's Hospital, Haikou, 570311, Hainan, China
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- Department of Anorectal Surgery, Hainan Provincial People's Hospital, Haikou, 570311, Hainan, China
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Maganty A, Hollenbeck BK. New technology in prostate cancer and financial toxicity. Urol Oncol 2023; 41:376-379. [PMID: 37173237 PMCID: PMC10524964 DOI: 10.1016/j.urolonc.2023.04.014] [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: 10/31/2022] [Revised: 04/12/2023] [Accepted: 04/17/2023] [Indexed: 05/15/2023]
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The management of prostate cancer has significantly evolved over the last few decades with the emergence of new diagnostic and treatment technologies, which are typically more expensive than the previous alternatives. However, decision-making regarding which diagnostics and treatment to pursue is often influenced by perceived benefits, adverse effects, and physician recommendations, without considering the financial liability borne by patients. New technologies may exacerbate financial toxicity by replacing less costly alternatives, promoting unrealistic expectations, and expanding treatment to those who would have previously gone untreated. More judicious use of technologies with an understanding of the contexts in which they are most beneficial may help prevent avoidable financial toxicity to patients.
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- Avinash Maganty
- Department of Urology, Division of Health Services Research, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI.
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- Department of Urology, Division of Health Services Research, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
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Antonelli AD, Cindolo L, Sandri M, Veccia A, Annino F, Bertagna F, Di Maida F, Celia A, D'Orta C, De Concilio B, Furlan M, Giommoni V, Ingrosso M, Mari A, Nucciotti R, Olianti C, Porreca A, Primiceri G, Schips L, Sessa F, Bove P, Simeone C, Minervini A. The role of warm ischemia time on functional outcomes after robotic partial nephrectomy: a radionuclide renal scan study from the clock randomized trial. World J Urol 2023; 41:1337-1344. [PMID: 37085644 DOI: 10.1007/s00345-023-04366-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2022] [Accepted: 03/06/2023] [Indexed: 04/23/2023] Open
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PURPOSE To evaluate the relationship between warm ischemia time (WIT) duration and renal function after robot-assisted partial nephrectomy (RAPN). METHODS The CLOCK trial is a phase 3 randomized controlled trial comparing on- vs off-clamp RAPN. All patients underwent pre- and postoperative renal scintigraphy. Six-month absolute variation of eGFR (AV-GFR), rate of relative variation in eGFR over 25% (RV-GFR > 25), absolute variation of split renal function (SRF) at scintigraphy (AV-SRF). The relationships WIT/outcomes were assessed by correlation graphs and then modeled by uni- and multivariable regression. RESULTS 324 patients were included (206 on-clamp, 118 off-clamp RAPN). Correlation graphs showed a threshold on WIT equal to 10 min. The differences in outcome measures between cases with WIT < vs ≥ 10 min were: AV-GFR - 3.7 vs - 7.5 ml/min (p < 0.001); AV-SRF - 1% vs - 3.6% (p < 0.001); RV-GFR > 25 9.3% vs 17.8% (p = 0.008). Multivariable models found that AV-GFR was related to WIT ≥ 10 min (regression coefficient [RC] - 0.52, p = 0.019), age (RC - 0.35, p = 0.001) and baseline eGFR (RC - 0.30, p < 0.001); RV-GFR > 25 to WIT ≥ 10 min (odds ratio [OR] 1.11, p = 0.007) and acute kidney injury defined as > 50% increase in serum creatinine (OR 19.7, p = 0.009); AV-SRF to WIT ≥ 10 min (RC - 0.30, p = 0.018), baseline SRF (RC - 0.76, p < 0.001) and RENAL score (RC - 0.60. p = 0.028). The main limitation was that the CLOCK trial was designed on a different endpoint and therefore the present analysis could be underpowered. CONCLUSIONS Up to 10 min WIT had no consequences on functional outcomes. Above the 10-min threshold, a statistically significant, but clinically negligible impact was found.
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- Alessan Dro Antonelli
- Urology Unit, ASST Spedali Civili Hospital, University of Brescia, Brescia, Italy.
- Urology Unit, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata Verona, AUOI Verona, University of Verona, 37126, Verona, Italy.
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- Urology Unit, D'Annunzio Hospital, University of Chieti, Chieti, Italy
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- Big and Open Data Innovation Laboratory (BODaI-Lab), University of Brescia, Brescia, Italy
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- Urology Unit, ASST Spedali Civili Hospital, University of Brescia, Brescia, Italy
- Urology Unit, Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Integrata Verona, AUOI Verona, University of Verona, 37126, Verona, Italy
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- Nuclear Medicine Unit ASST Spedali Civili Hospital, University of Brescia, Brescia, Italy
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- Urology Unit, Careggi Hospital, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Urology Unit, San Bassiano Hospital, Bassano Del Grappa, Italy
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- Urology Unit, D'Annunzio Hospital, University of Chieti, Chieti, Italy
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- Urology Unit, ASST Spedali Civili Hospital, University of Brescia, Brescia, Italy
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- Urology Unit, D'Annunzio Hospital, University of Chieti, Chieti, Italy
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- Urology Unit, Careggi Hospital, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Nuclear Medicine Unit Careggi Hospital, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Urology Unit, D'Annunzio Hospital, University of Chieti, Chieti, Italy
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- Urology Unit, D'Annunzio Hospital, University of Chieti, Chieti, Italy
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- Urology Unit, Careggi Hospital, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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- Urology Unit, ASST Spedali Civili Hospital, University of Brescia, Brescia, Italy
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- Urology Unit, Careggi Hospital, University of Florence, Florence, Italy
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Chang J, Yu L, Li Q, Wang B, Yang L, Cheng M, Wang F, Zhang L, Chen L, Li K, Liang L, Zhou W, Cai W, Ren Y, Hu Z, Huang Z, Sui T, Fan J, Wang J, Li B, Cao X, Yin G. Development and Clinical Trial of a New Orthopedic Surgical Robot for Positioning and Navigation. J Clin Med 2022; 11:jcm11237091. [PMID: 36498666 PMCID: PMC9738984 DOI: 10.3390/jcm11237091] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/23/2022] [Revised: 11/18/2022] [Accepted: 11/24/2022] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Robot-assisted orthopedic surgery has great application prospects, and the accuracy of the robot is the key to its overall performance. The aim of this study was to develop a new orthopedic surgical robot to assist in spinal surgeries and to compare its feasibility and accuracy with the existing orthopedic robot. A new type of high-precision orthopedic surgical robot (Tuoshou) was developed. A multicenter, randomized controlled trial was carried out to compare the Tuoshou with the TiRobot (TINAVI Medical Technologies Co., Ltd., Beijing) to evaluate the accuracy and safety of their navigation and positioning. A total of 112 patients were randomized, and 108 patients completed the study. The position deviation of the Kirschner wire placement in the Tuoshou group was smaller than that in the TiRobot group (p = 0.014). The Tuoshou group was better than the TiRobot group in terms of the pedicle screw insertion accuracy (p = 0.016) and entry point deviation (p < 0.001). No differences were observed in endpoint deviation (p = 0.170), axial deviation (p = 0.170), sagittal deviation (p = 0.324), and spatial deviation (p = 0.299). There was no difference in security indicators. The new orthopedic surgical robot was highly accurate and optimized for clinical practice, making it suitable for clinical application.
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- Jie Chang
- The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 210029, China
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 210029, China
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 210029, China
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- The Second Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 210003, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Affiliated Taizhou People’s Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Taizhou School of Clinical Medicine, Nanjing Medical University, Taizhou 225300, China
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- Nanjing Tuodao Medical Technology Co., Ltd., Nanjing 210012, China
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- Nanjing Tuodao Medical Technology Co., Ltd., Nanjing 210012, China
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- Nanjing Tuodao Medical Technology Co., Ltd., Nanjing 210012, China
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- Nanjing Tuodao Medical Technology Co., Ltd., Nanjing 210012, China
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- Wuhan Fourth Hospital, Puai Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430030, China
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- Guizhou Provincial People’s Hospital, Guiyang 550002, China
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 210029, China
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 210029, China
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 210029, China
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 210029, China
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 210029, China
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 210029, China
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 210029, China
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- Wuhan Fourth Hospital, Puai Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430030, China
- Correspondence: (J.W.); (B.L.); (X.C.); (G.Y.)
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- Guizhou Provincial People’s Hospital, Guiyang 550002, China
- Correspondence: (J.W.); (B.L.); (X.C.); (G.Y.)
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 210029, China
- Correspondence: (J.W.); (B.L.); (X.C.); (G.Y.)
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 210029, China
- Correspondence: (J.W.); (B.L.); (X.C.); (G.Y.)
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Development and Implementation of an Advanced Program for Robotic Treatment of Prostate Cancer-Is Surgical Quality Transferable? Cancers (Basel) 2022; 14:cancers14215261. [PMID: 36358680 PMCID: PMC9657656 DOI: 10.3390/cancers14215261] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/10/2022] [Revised: 10/21/2022] [Accepted: 10/23/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Introduction: Robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP) is a surgical treatment option for prostate cancer (PC). Quality in RARP depends on the surgeon´s operative volume and expertise. When implementing RARP, it is standard practice to hire a pre-trained surgeon. The aim of our study was to investigate the transferability of quality in RARP. Patients and Methods: We analyzed two consecutive retrospective cohorts of 100 and 108 men, respectively, who underwent RARP at two different centers and on whom surgery was performed by the same surgeon. Results: There were more men with high-grade PC in Cohort 1: 25/100 (25.0%) vs. 9/108 (8.3%), p < 0.01, and infiltration of the seminal vesicles was more frequent (23/100 (23.0%) vs. 10/108 (9.2%), p < 0.01). In Cohort 2, the duration of surgery was shorter and blood loss was lower: 149 (134−174) vs. 172 min (150−196), p < 0.01 and 300 (200−400) vs. 131 (99−188) mL, p < 0.01. No difference was found in the proportion of positive surgical margins in the T2 cohort (8.8% vs. 8.2%, p = 1.00). Conclusion: The procedural and oncological outcome parameters of Cohort 2 do not appear to be inferior to the results obtained for the first cohort. The quality of RARP is transferable if a pre-trained surgeon is hired.
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Scarcella S, Castellani D, Gauhar V, Teoh JYC, Giulioni C, Piazza P, Bravi CA, De Groote R, De Naeyer G, Puliatti S, Galosi AB, Mottrie A. Robotic-assisted versus open simple prostatectomy: Results from a systematic review and meta-analysis of comparative studies. Investig Clin Urol 2021; 62:631-640. [PMID: 34729963 PMCID: PMC8566792 DOI: 10.4111/icu.20210297] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2021] [Revised: 08/14/2021] [Accepted: 09/12/2021] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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PURPOSE To review safety and efficacy of robotic-assisted simple prostatectomy (RASP) compared to open simple prostatectomy (OP). MATERIALS AND METHODS A comprehensive literature search was performed to assess the differences in perioperative course and functional outcomes in patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia and surgical indication. The incidences of complications were pooled using the Cochran-Mantel-Haenszel Method and expressed as odds ratio (OR), 95% confidence interval (CI), and p-values. Perioperative course and functional outcomes were pooled using the inverse variance of the mean difference (MD), 95% CI, and p-values. Analyses were two-tailed and the significance was set at p<0.05. RESULTS Eight studies were accepted. Meta-analysis showed significantly longer surgical time (MD, 43.72; 95% CI, 30.57-56.88; p<0.00001) with a significantly lower estimated blood loss (MD, -563.20; 95% CI, -739.95 to -386.46; p<0.00001) and shorter postoperative stay (MD, -2.85; 95% CI, -3.72 to -1.99; p<0.00001) in RASP. Catheterization time did not differ (MD, 0.65; 95% CI, -2.17 to 3.48; p=0.65). The risk of blood transfusion was significantly higher in OP (OR, 0.23; 95% CI, 0.17-0.33; p<0.00001). The risk of recatheterization (OR, 1.96; 95% CI, 0.32-11.93; p=0.47), postoperative urinary infections (OR, 0.89; 95% CI, 0.23-3.51; p=0.87) and 30-day readmission rate (OR, 0.96; 95% CI, 0.61-1.51; p=0.86) did not differ. At 3-month follow-up, functional outcomes were similar. CONCLUSIONS RASP demonstrated a better perioperative outcome and equal early functional outcomes as compared to OP. These findings should be balanced against the longer operative time and higher cost of robotic surgery.
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- Simone Scarcella
- Urology Unit, Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria "Ospedali Riuniti di Ancona", Università Politecnica delle Marche, Ancona, Italy
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- Urology Unit, Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria "Ospedali Riuniti di Ancona", Università Politecnica delle Marche, Ancona, Italy.
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- Department of Urology, Ng Teng Fong General Hospital, NUHS, Jurong East, Singapore
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- S.H. Ho Urology Centre, Department of Surgery, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- Urology Unit, Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria "Ospedali Riuniti di Ancona", Università Politecnica delle Marche, Ancona, Italy
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- Division of Urology, IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Urology, Onze-Lieve-Vrouwziekenhuis, Aalst, Belgium
- ORSI Academy, Melle, Belgium
- Division of Oncology/Unit of Urology, URI, IRCCS Ospedale San Raffaele, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Urology, Onze-Lieve-Vrouwziekenhuis, Aalst, Belgium
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- Department of Urology, Onze-Lieve-Vrouwziekenhuis, Aalst, Belgium
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- Department of Urology, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena, Italy
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- Urology Unit, Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria "Ospedali Riuniti di Ancona", Università Politecnica delle Marche, Ancona, Italy
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- Department of Urology, Onze-Lieve-Vrouwziekenhuis, Aalst, Belgium
- ORSI Academy, Melle, Belgium
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