Water vapor thermal therapy (Rezūm System) in patients with large prostates: results from a prospective comparative study
Rezūm is a novel minimally invasive surgical technique (MIST) useful for BPH patients with medium-sized prostate (30-80 cm) refractory to medical treatment. The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy and safety of Rezūm as a treatment option in large-sized prostates (>80 cm).
Modified robot-assisted laparoscopic dismembered pyeloplasty for adult patients with horseshoe kidney: techniques and medium-term outcomes
The aim of this study was to report our technique and medium-term outcomes of modified robot-assisted laparoscopic dismembered pyeloplasty (RALDP) in the Lithotomy Trendelenburg position for treating adult ureteropelvic junction obstruction (UPJO) with horseshoe kidney (HSK).
Validation of lymphovascular invasion as a predictor of lymph-node invasion in squamous cell carcinoma of the penis
The aim of this study was to validate lymphovascular invasion (LVI) as a predictor of lymph-node invasion (LNI) in squamous cell carcinoma of the penis (SCCP).
Augmentation cystoplasty in children with neuropathic bladder: long-term outcomes after 30 years experience
Augmentation cystoplasty (AC) is a useful alternative for the treatment of neuropathic bladder, although there are few studies reporting long-term results. We assess our experience over the last 30-years.
Intraoperative complications during radical cystectomy: a detailed analysis of intraoperative vascular injuries
The association between MET c.3328G>A p.Val1110Ile mutation and renal cell carcinomas in a specific population: data on histology, focality, onset and the need for surgery from a monocentric study
Partial penectomy with reconstruction using a split-thickness skin graft: a multicenter experience
Penile cancer is a relatively rare neoplasm in developed countries, with the majority of newly diagnosed cases presenting as organ-confined, with a 5-year survival rate of 90%. Therefore, it is crucial to consider the impact of penile tumor resection on sexual and urinary function. Regrettably, the literature is devoid of comprehensive, step-by-step video instructions for the surgical procedure of partial penectomy with reconstruction using a split-thickness skin graft (0.3 mm). This study aimed to demonstrate a step-by-step video of the partial penectomy technique with reconstruction using a split-thickness skin graft and to present the outcomes of this procedure.
Robot-assisted retroperitoneoscopic kidney surgery with Versius®
The single port robotic surgical "toolbox": a primer for beginners
The aim of this study is to provide a comprehensive overview of the da Vinci Single Port robotic platform, including instruments and tools that can aid in implementing the use of this novel platform.
YAU Renal Cancer spotlight - Hugo RAS platform for robotic partial nephrectomy: more evidence needed
Gaps in urinary incontinence rehabilitation after radical prostatectomy
Balancing oncological control and renal function: the emerging role of robotic distal ureterectomy in upper tract urothelial carcinoma
Incidental prostate carcinoma after single-port robot-assisted simple prostatectomy: a multi-institutional report (SPARC)
Single-port robot-assisted simple prostatectomy is a minimally invasive alternative for patients with large benign prostatic hyperplasia with severe symptoms and/or failure of medical treatment. In recent literature, the rate of incidental prostate cancer after simple prostatectomy ranges from 1.8% to 13.0%. Our objective is to report the rate of incidental prostate cancer after single-port robot-assisted simple prostatectomy and to compare our findings to other approaches.
Primary pyeloplasty for uretero-pelvic obstruction in the USA adult population with or without double-J indwelling ureteral stents. Insurance claims data on contemporary time to removal trends, perioperative complications, health care costs, and re-intervention rates
Using a large population-based dataset, we primarily sought to compare postoperative complications, health-care expenditures, and re-intervention rates between patients diagnosed with ureteropelvic junction obstruction (UPJO) undergoing stented vs. non-stented pyeloplasty. The secondary objective was to investigate factors that influence the timing of DJ stent removal.
Operative outcomes 24 hours after retrograde intrarenal surgery for solitary renal calculi using a flexible and navigable suction ureteral access sheath. A prospective global multicenter study by the European Association of Urology Section on Urolithiasis
Suction techniques showed potential to improve outcomes of retrograde intra-renal surgery (RIRS). We assessed the 24-hour stone-free rate (SFR) and complications after RIRS using flexible and navigable suction ureteral access sheaths (FANS-UAS).
Postoperative urinary incontinence following BPH surgery: insights from a comprehensive national database analysis
Postoperative urinary incontinence (UI) is a feared complication of BPH surgery. Our study aims to investigate the incidence of UI among patients undergoing different procedures for BPH.
Early prostatic artery control (EPAC) during robot-assisted radical prostatectomy: a new surgical technique aiming to improve early potency recovery
Outcomes of da Vinci® versus Hugo RAS® radical prostatectomy: focus on postoperative course, pathological findings, and patients' health-related quality of life after 100 consecutive cases (the COMPAR-P prospective trial)
This study aims to prospectively compare the outcomes of robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP) performed using the Hugo RAS and da Vinci Xi systems, focusing on the postoperative course, pathological findings, and health-related quality of life.
Robot-assisted T-plasty for recalcitrant bladder neck stenosis: description of technique and initial results
The aim of this study was to describe the technique and initial outcomes of robot-assisted T-plasty for recalcitrant bladder neck stenosis.
Oncologic surveillance after surgical treatment for clinically localized kidney cancer: UroCCR study n. 129
In 2021, the EAU Guidelines implemented a novel, expert opinion-based follow-up scheme, with a three-risk-category system for clear cell (cc) and non-cc renal cell carcinoma (non-ccRCC) after surgery with curative intent. We aimed to validate the novel follow-up scheme and provide data-driven recurrence estimates according to risk groups, to confirm or implement the oncologic surveillance strategy.
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