SynthesisBMC urology2023
Robotic ureteral reconstruction for benign ureteral strictures: a systematic review of surgical techniques, complications and outcomes : Robotic Ureteral Reconstruction for Ureteral Strictures.
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24 citing papers in PubMed, 4 syntheses or guidelines pooled it, 16 citations in OpenAlex.
- Preoperative ureteral rest and outcomes of robot-assisted upper urinary tract reconstruction: a systematic review and meta-analysis.Journal of robotic surgery · 2026Pooled it
- Global landscape of robot-assisted complex ureteral reconstruction: a bibliometric and knowledge-mapping analysis.Journal of robotic surgery · 2026Pooled it
- Robotic-assisted ureteric reimplantation versus laparoscopic and open approaches: systematic review and meta-analysis.Journal of robotic surgery · 2026Pooled it
- Robotic assisted vs. open ureteral reimplantation in adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis.Journal of robotic surgery · 2025Pooled it
- From buccal mucosa to appendix: a bibliometric and evidence-maturity analysis of autologous tissue-based robot-assisted ureteral reconstruction.Journal of robotic surgery · 2026Review
- Mapping the global landscape of robot-assisted upper urinary tract reconstruction: a comprehensive bibliometric analysis.Translational andrology and urology · 2026Article
- [Efficacy of thermo-expandable nickel-titanium alloy ureteral stent placement as maintenance therapy for ureteral strictures].Beijing da xue xue bao. Yi xue ban = Journal of Peking University. Health sciences · 2026Article
- [Clinical application progress, hot topics, controversies and future prospects of segmental metallic ureteral stents].Beijing da xue xue bao. Yi xue ban = Journal of Peking University. Health sciences · 2026Review
- Robotic Appendiceal Ureteroplasty for Complex Right-sided Ureteral Strictures: Technical Approaches and Midterm Outcomes.European urology open science · 2026Article
- Global research trends and thematic evolution in robot-assisted ureteral reconstructive surgery: a bibliometric and visualisation study.Journal of robotic surgery · 2026Article
- Do failed endoscopic manipulations increase the complexity of ureteral stricture? A multicenter experience.Asian journal of urology · 2026Article
- Comparative outcomes and adoption trends of robotic versus non-robotic ureteral reconstruction: a national matched cohort study.Journal of robotic surgery · 2026Article
- Establishment and characterization of a rat model of ureteral scar stricture induced by mechanical injury.International urology and nephrology · 2026Article
- Clinical outcomes and quality of life assessment of fully laparoscopic appendiceal flap and tongue mucosa ureteroplasty for complex ureteral strictures.Frontiers in surgery · 2026Article
- Case Report: Robotic-assisted resection of intra-abdominal aggressive fibromatosis and Boari flap ureteroneocystostomy for hydronephrosis.Frontiers in oncology · 2026Article
- Sustained drug-releasing hydrogel coatings for ureteral stents to prevent iatrogenic injury-induced ureteral stricture.Materials today. Bio · 2025Article
- Robotic vs. open ureteral reimplantation: A retrospective comparative single-centre series.BJUI compass · 2025Article
- Clinical outcomes and health-related quality of life assessment following minimally invasive reconstructive surgery for benign ureteral strictures.World journal of urology · 2025Article
- Robotic upper urinary tract reconstruction for ureteral stricture: a single-center series.Journal of robotic surgery · 2025Article
- Effectiveness of the Ureteral Illuminating Catheter in Securing Adhesive Ureters in Robot-Assisted Ureteral Reconstruction.International journal of urology : official journal of the Japanese Urological Association · 2025Article
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8 authors at 5 institutions in 3 countries.
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Abstract
introductionRobotic ureteral reconstruction (RUR) has been widely used to treat ureteral diseases. To summarize the surgical techniques, complications, and outcomes following RUR, as well as to compare data on RUR with open and laparoscopic ureteral reconstruction.
methodsOur systematic review was registered on the PROSPERO (CRD42022309364) database. The PubMed, Cochrane and Embase databases were searched for publications in English on 06-Feb-2022. Randomised-controlled trials (RCTs) or non-randomised cohort studies with sample size ≥ 10 cases were included.
resultsA total of 23 studies were included involving 996 patients and 1004 ureters from 13 non-comparative, and 10 retrospective comparative studies. No RCT study of RUR was reported. The success rate was reported ≥ 90% in 15 studies. Four studies reported 85-90% success rate. Meta-analyses for comparative studies showed that RUR had significantly lower estimated blood loss (EBL) (P = 0.006) and shorter length of stay (LOS) (P < 0.001) than the open approach. RUR had shorter operative time than laparoscopic surgery (P < 0.001).
conclusionsRUR is associated with lower EBL and shorter LOS than the open approach, and shorter operative time than the laparoscopic approach for the treatment of benign ureteral strictures. However, further studies and more evidence are needed to determine whether RUR is more superior.
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