ReviewArab journal of urology2018
Complications in robotic urological surgeries and how to avoid them: A systematic review.
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- A case of severe pulmonary embolism after total robotic hysterectomy despite venous thromboembolism prophylaxis as prescribed.International journal of surgery case reports · 2024Article
- Positioning patients for robotic-assisted surgery: A qualitative study of operating room nurses' experiences.Nursing open · 2023Article
- Complications of extraperitoneal robot-assisted radical prostatectomy in high-risk prostate cancer: A single high-volume center experience.Frontiers in surgery · 2023Article
- Surgeons' requirements for a surgical support system to improve laparoscopic access.BMC surgery · 2022Article
- Pronounced haemodynamic changes during and after robotic-assisted laparoscopic prostatectomy: a prospective observational study.BMJ open · 2020Observational
- The effectiveness of multiparametric magnetic resonance imaging in bladder cancer (Vesical Imaging-Reporting and Data System): A systematic review.Arab journal of urology · 2020Review
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6 authors at 4 institutions in 3 countries.
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Abstract
objectivesTo review the main complications related to the robot-assisted laparoscopic (RAL) approach in urology and to suggest measures to avoid such issues.
methodsA systematic search for articles of the contemporary literature was performed in PubMed database for complications in RAL urological procedures focused on positioning, access, and operative technique considerations. Each complication topic is followed by recommendations about how to avoid it.
resultsIn all, 40 of 253 articles were included in this analysis. Several complications in RAL procedures can be avoided if the surgical team follows some key steps. Adequate patient positioning must avoid skin, peripheral nerve, and muscles injuries, and ocular and cognitive complications mainly related to steep Trendelenburg positioning in pelvic procedures. Port-site access and closure should not be neglected during minimally invasive procedures as these complications although rare can be troublesome. Technique-related complications depend on surgeon experience and the early learning curve should be monitored.
conclusionsAdequate patient selection, surgical positioning, mentorship training, and avoiding long-lasting procedures are essential to prevent RAL-related complications. The robotic surgical team must be careful and work together to avoid possible complications. This review offers several steps in surgical planning to reach this goal.
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