Outcomes after robot-assisted laparoscopic radical prostatectomy.
Asian J Androl
; 11(1): 94-9, 2009 Jan.
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| ID: mdl-19050688
ABSTRACT
Robot-assisted laparoscopic radical prostatectomy (RALRP) using the da Vinci surgical system is now in widespread use in many countries where economic conditions allow the installation of this expensive technology. Controversy has surrounded the procedure since it was first performed in 2000, with many critics highlighting the lack of evidence to support its use. However, despite the lack of level I evidence, many large studies of patients have confirmed that the procedure is feasible and safe, with low morbidity. Available longer-term oncological data seem to show that outcomes from the robotic approach at least match those of traditional open radical prostatectomy. Functional outcomes also seem satisfactory, although randomized controlled trials are lacking. This paper reviews the current status of RALRP with respect to perioperative data and complications and oncologic and functional outcomes.
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Colección:
01-internacional
Banco de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Prostatectomía
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Neoplasias de la Próstata
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Robótica
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Laparoscopía
Tipo de estudio:
Clinical_trials
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Etiology_studies
Límite:
Humans
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Male
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Asian J Androl
Asunto de la revista:
MEDICINA REPRODUTIVA
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UROLOGIA
Año:
2009
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
Reino Unido