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ArticleIJU case reports2025

Robot-Assisted Laparoscopic Radical Nephrectomy in a Renal Cell Carcinoma Patient With Severe Scoliosis: A Case Report.

Tatsuya Kawamura, Daiki Ikarashi, Ayato Ito, Ei Shiomi, Shigekatsu Maekawa, Renpei Kato, Mitsugu Kanehira, Ryo Takata, Wataru Obara

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Tatsuya KawamuraDepartment of Urology Iwate Medical University School of Medicine Iwate Japan.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0002-6447-0477
Daiki IkarashiDepartment of Urology Iwate Medical University School of Medicine Iwate Japan.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8088-2848
Ayato ItoDepartment of Urology Iwate Medical University School of Medicine Iwate Japan.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6573-3999
Ei ShiomiDepartment of Urology Iwate Medical University School of Medicine Iwate Japan.
Shigekatsu MaekawaDepartment of Urology Iwate Medical University School of Medicine Iwate Japan.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4620-2831
Renpei KatoDepartment of Urology Iwate Medical University School of Medicine Iwate Japan.
Mitsugu KanehiraDepartment of Urology Iwate Medical University School of Medicine Iwate Japan.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8811-8158
Ryo TakataDepartment of Urology Iwate Medical University School of Medicine Iwate Japan.
Wataru ObaraDepartment of Urology Iwate Medical University School of Medicine Iwate Japan.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2720-9640

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Abstract

Introduction: Laparoscopic nephrectomy in patients with severe scoliosis presents significant challenges due to altered anatomy and limited space. This case report discusses using robot-assisted laparoscopic radical nephrectomy in such a scenario. Case Presentation: A 68-year-old man with severe right convex scoliosis was diagnosed with cT3aN0M0 right locally advanced renal cell carcinoma. Given the anatomical distortions caused by scoliosis, traditional laparoscopic techniques posed difficulties. We opted for robot-assisted laparoscopic radical nephrectomy, carefully planning the port placement and surgical approach to accommodate the patient's unique anatomical features. Conclusion: This is the first reported instance of robot-assisted laparoscopic radical nephrectomy in a patient with severe scoliosis. The successful outcome demonstrates the feasibility and benefits of robotic assistance in overcoming the technical difficulties associated with scoliosis, offering a viable surgical option for similar cases.

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renal cell carcinomarobot‐assisted laparoscopic radical nephrectomyscoliosis

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PMCPMC12212960

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