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ArticleEuropean urology open science2024

Retzius-sparing Robot-assisted Simple Prostatectomy: Perioperative and Short-term Functional Outcomes Assessed via Validated Questionnaires.

Giacomo Novara, Fabio Zattoni, Alice Parisotto, Gianluca Brunetti, Marco Serbia, Filippo Carletti, Valeria Lami, Giovanni Betto, Nicola Zanovello, Fabrizio Dal Moro

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Giacomo NovaraUrology Clinic, Department of Surgery, Oncology, and Gastroenterology, University of Padua, Padua, Italy.
Fabio ZattoniUrology Clinic, Department of Surgery, Oncology, and Gastroenterology, University of Padua, Padua, Italy.
Alice ParisottoUrology Clinic, Department of Surgery, Oncology, and Gastroenterology, University of Padua, Padua, Italy.
Gianluca BrunettiUrology Clinic, Department of Surgery, Oncology, and Gastroenterology, University of Padua, Padua, Italy.
Marco SerbiaUrology Clinic, Department of Surgery, Oncology, and Gastroenterology, University of Padua, Padua, Italy.
Filippo CarlettiUrology Clinic, Department of Surgery, Oncology, and Gastroenterology, University of Padua, Padua, Italy.
Valeria LamiUrology Clinic, Department of Surgery, Oncology, and Gastroenterology, University of Padua, Padua, Italy.
Giovanni BettoUrology Clinic, Department of Surgery, Oncology, and Gastroenterology, University of Padua, Padua, Italy.
Nicola ZanovelloUrology Unit, Madre Teresa di Calcutta Hospital, AULSS 6, Ospedali Riuniti Padova Sud, Monselice, Italy.
Fabrizio Dal MoroUrology Clinic, Department of Surgery, Oncology, and Gastroenterology, University of Padua, Padua, Italy.

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Abstract

Background and objective: Several surgical procedures have been reported for treatment of male patients with lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) secondary to large benign outlet obstruction (BOO). The diffusion of robotic surgery offers the possibility to perform open simple prostatectomy (SP) with a minimally-invasive approach. Our aim was to report outcomes of the Retzius-sparing robot-assisted SP (RS-RASP) technique. Methods: This was a single centre, prospective study. Patients with LUTS secondary to BOO and a prostate volume of >100 ml underwent RS-RASP performed with a da Vinci surgical system in four-arm configuration for a transperitoneal approach. Data for intraoperative and perioperative complications were collected. Functional outcomes were assessed via validated patient questionnaires. Univariable and multivariable regression analyses were used to identify predictors of complications and achievement of a trifecta composite outcome. Key findings and limitations: The median patient age was 69 yr and the median prostate volume was 150 ml. The median operative time was 175 min, with estimated blood loss of 350 ml. The median in-hospital stay and median catheterisation time were 3 d and 9 d, respectively. Within 90 d, the incidence of complications was 3% for grade 1, 19% for grade 2, and 2% for grade 3 complications. At 7-mo follow-up, statistically significant improvements in International Prostate Symptom Scores (total score and quality of life), International Consultation on Incontinence Questionnaire-Urinary Incontinence Short Form (ICIQ-UI SF) scores, and the maximum flow rate were observed (all Conclusions: RS-RASP was associated with good perioperative outcomes and a low prevalence of high-grade complications. Significant LUTS relief was achieved, but some patients experienced slight urgency or stress UI at short-term follow-up. Patient summary: We explored a surgical technique called Retzius-sparing robot-assisted simple prostatectomy to treat men with bothersome urinary symptoms caused by a large prostate. The technique led to good results, with minimal bleeding and few complications during surgery. This surgery could be a beneficial choice for patients with stubborn urinary symptoms and a large prostate gland.

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Benign outlet obstructionComplicationsContinenceLower urinary tract symptomsRobot-assisted simple prostatectomyRobotic surgerySimple prostatectomy

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