Pub Date : 2024-10-01Epub Date: 2024-07-24DOI: 10.23736/S2724-6051.24.05795-1
Fabrizio DI Maida, Carlo A Bravi, Ruben DE Groote, Federico Piramide, Filippo Turri, Mike Wenzel, Gopal Sharma, Christoph Würnschimmel, Iulia Andras, Edward Lambert, Paolo Dell'oglio, Marcio Covas Moschovas, Riccardo Campi, Nikolaos Liakos, Antonio A Grosso, Francesco Montorsi, Alberto Briganti, Alexandre Mottrie, Andrea Minervini, Alessandro Larcher
Current guidelines recommend radical nephroureterectomy with bladder cuff excision as the standard surgical treatment for high-risk upper tract urothelial carcinoma (UTUC). While large evidence is available regarding open and laparoscopic nephroureterectomy, data focusing on robotic nephroureterectomy (RNU) in UTUC are mostly limited with mixed results, especially in locally advanced disease. In light of the recent introduction of new robotic platforms, it is of utmost importance to further investigate oncologic outcomes associated with RNU. Moreover, stronger data exploring different operative settings (i.e. robotic arms and trocars placement) for the new robotic systems are eagerly warranted. To give an answer to such open clinical questions, the Junior ERUS/Young Academic Urologist Working Group on Robot-assisted Surgery designed a multicentric project involving different high-volume centers across the world. The aim of the study will be exploring surgical and oncologic outcomes of RNU, specifically focusing on several clinical unmet needs, such as best operative setting for new robotic platforms, lymph node dissection (LDN) template and robotic bladder cuff management.
{"title":"If not now, then when? The need for new evidence in the robotic management of upper tract urothelial carcinoma.","authors":"Fabrizio DI Maida, Carlo A Bravi, Ruben DE Groote, Federico Piramide, Filippo Turri, Mike Wenzel, Gopal Sharma, Christoph Würnschimmel, Iulia Andras, Edward Lambert, Paolo Dell'oglio, Marcio Covas Moschovas, Riccardo Campi, Nikolaos Liakos, Antonio A Grosso, Francesco Montorsi, Alberto Briganti, Alexandre Mottrie, Andrea Minervini, Alessandro Larcher","doi":"10.23736/S2724-6051.24.05795-1","DOIUrl":"10.23736/S2724-6051.24.05795-1","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Current guidelines recommend radical nephroureterectomy with bladder cuff excision as the standard surgical treatment for high-risk upper tract urothelial carcinoma (UTUC). While large evidence is available regarding open and laparoscopic nephroureterectomy, data focusing on robotic nephroureterectomy (RNU) in UTUC are mostly limited with mixed results, especially in locally advanced disease. In light of the recent introduction of new robotic platforms, it is of utmost importance to further investigate oncologic outcomes associated with RNU. Moreover, stronger data exploring different operative settings (i.e. robotic arms and trocars placement) for the new robotic systems are eagerly warranted. To give an answer to such open clinical questions, the Junior ERUS/Young Academic Urologist Working Group on Robot-assisted Surgery designed a multicentric project involving different high-volume centers across the world. The aim of the study will be exploring surgical and oncologic outcomes of RNU, specifically focusing on several clinical unmet needs, such as best operative setting for new robotic platforms, lymph node dissection (LDN) template and robotic bladder cuff management.</p>","PeriodicalId":53228,"journal":{"name":"Minerva Urology and Nephrology","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":4.9,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141753380","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2024-10-01Epub Date: 2024-05-31DOI: 10.23736/S2724-6051.24.05731-8
Henrique L Lepine, Fernanda M Llata, Breno C Porto, Nathalie C Hobaica, Carlo C Passerotti, Rodrigo A Sanderberg, Everson L Artifon, Jose P Otoch, Jose A da Cruz
Introduction: The optimal temperature of irrigation solution in patients undergoing PCNL is still unclear. Accordingly, this study aims to investigate the effects of different irrigation solution temperatures (cold/room temperature irrigation fluid versus warm/body temperature fluid). Our primary endpoint was hypothermia rate. Secondary outcomes were shivering rate, mean temperature decrease, mean patient final temperature, blood loss, and operative time.
Evidence acquisition: This systematic review was conducted in accordance with PRISMA guidelines. Multiple databases were searched in November 2023. Among 299 studies screened, eight were selected for full-text review, resulting in four randomized clinical trials that fit inclusion criteria and desired outcomes. Studies selection and data extraction were performed by multiple reviewers and a random-effects model was used for pooling of data.
Evidence synthesis: The primary outcome, hypothermia rate, showed a significant statistical difference between groups, occurring less frequently in the experimental group (35-37 ºC) than in the cold/room temperature irrigation group (RR 0.64;95%CI 0.46, 0.89; P<0.008; I2=33%). Secondary outcomes such as shivering rate (RR 0.46; 95%CI 0.31, 0.67; P<0.0001; I2=0%) and mean final temperatures (MD 0.43; 95%CI 0.12, 0.75; I2=82%) also showed statistically significant differences between groups, favoring the irrigation with heated fluid.
Conclusions: There was a decreased rate of hypothermia and shivering among patients undergoing PCNL with warm irrigation fluid. Mean final temperatures were also higher in the experimental group. As to blood loss, mean hemoglobin decrease showed no statistically significant difference between groups, prompting further investigation of the influence of Irrigation solution temperature on blood loss volume.
{"title":"Effect of irrigation solution temperature on complications of percutaneous nephrolithotomy: a systematic review of the literature, meta-analysis and trial sequential analysis of randomized clinical trials.","authors":"Henrique L Lepine, Fernanda M Llata, Breno C Porto, Nathalie C Hobaica, Carlo C Passerotti, Rodrigo A Sanderberg, Everson L Artifon, Jose P Otoch, Jose A da Cruz","doi":"10.23736/S2724-6051.24.05731-8","DOIUrl":"10.23736/S2724-6051.24.05731-8","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>The optimal temperature of irrigation solution in patients undergoing PCNL is still unclear. Accordingly, this study aims to investigate the effects of different irrigation solution temperatures (cold/room temperature irrigation fluid versus warm/body temperature fluid). Our primary endpoint was hypothermia rate. Secondary outcomes were shivering rate, mean temperature decrease, mean patient final temperature, blood loss, and operative time.</p><p><strong>Evidence acquisition: </strong>This systematic review was conducted in accordance with PRISMA guidelines. Multiple databases were searched in November 2023. Among 299 studies screened, eight were selected for full-text review, resulting in four randomized clinical trials that fit inclusion criteria and desired outcomes. Studies selection and data extraction were performed by multiple reviewers and a random-effects model was used for pooling of data.</p><p><strong>Evidence synthesis: </strong>The primary outcome, hypothermia rate, showed a significant statistical difference between groups, occurring less frequently in the experimental group (35-37 ºC) than in the cold/room temperature irrigation group (RR 0.64;95%CI 0.46, 0.89; P<0.008; I<sup>2</sup>=33%). Secondary outcomes such as shivering rate (RR 0.46; 95%CI 0.31, 0.67; P<0.0001; I<sup>2</sup>=0%) and mean final temperatures (MD 0.43; 95%CI 0.12, 0.75; I<sup>2</sup>=82%) also showed statistically significant differences between groups, favoring the irrigation with heated fluid.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>There was a decreased rate of hypothermia and shivering among patients undergoing PCNL with warm irrigation fluid. Mean final temperatures were also higher in the experimental group. As to blood loss, mean hemoglobin decrease showed no statistically significant difference between groups, prompting further investigation of the influence of Irrigation solution temperature on blood loss volume.</p>","PeriodicalId":53228,"journal":{"name":"Minerva Urology and Nephrology","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":4.9,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141180999","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2024-10-01DOI: 10.23736/S2724-6051.24.05766-5
Francesco Ditonno, Antony A Pellegrino, Antonio Franco, Luca Morgantini, Celeste Manfredi, Eugenio Bologna, Leslie Claire Licari, Francesco Porpiglia, Alessandro Antonelli, Simone Crivellaro, Riccardo Autorino
Background: The aim of this study is to provide a comprehensive overview of the da Vinci Single Port robotic platform, including instruments and tools that can aid in implementing the use of this novel platform.
Methods: Footage recorded during various Single port robotic urologic procedures and dry labs performed at two US institutions was used as video material. A step-by-step guide illustrating key points on OR set-up, platform, instruments, trocar configurations, intraoperative suctioning, bedside assistance were discussed and highlighted.
Results: The Single port surgeon console resembles the Xi console but includes upgraded software. The 6-mm biarticulated instruments incorporate an elbow and a wrist flexible joint. These instruments are deployed through the Access port. Access port kit includes the Access port, and a 25-mm multichannel trocar accommodating an 8-mm flexible scope, and three 6-mm robotic instruments. The 0° endoscope has two sets of articulation: a fixed one, and a distal one, allowing for three movements, selected with a hand command, the "Camera Adjust", the "Camera Control" and the "Relocation." The "Cobra mode," is an extra setting that allows the camera to wing out and move laterally relative to the working instruments. Suction is preferably performed with the Remotely Operated Suction Irrigation system.
Conclusions: Herein we provide a detailed guide to the main technical nuances of the Single port platform and a practical overview of the instrumentation that is used during Single port robotic procedures. Knowledge of the toolbox that is used during Single port robotic surgery is key for those approaching for the first time this novel technology.
{"title":"The single port robotic surgical \"toolbox\": a primer for beginners.","authors":"Francesco Ditonno, Antony A Pellegrino, Antonio Franco, Luca Morgantini, Celeste Manfredi, Eugenio Bologna, Leslie Claire Licari, Francesco Porpiglia, Alessandro Antonelli, Simone Crivellaro, Riccardo Autorino","doi":"10.23736/S2724-6051.24.05766-5","DOIUrl":"10.23736/S2724-6051.24.05766-5","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>The aim of this study is to provide a comprehensive overview of the da Vinci Single Port robotic platform, including instruments and tools that can aid in implementing the use of this novel platform.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Footage recorded during various Single port robotic urologic procedures and dry labs performed at two US institutions was used as video material. A step-by-step guide illustrating key points on OR set-up, platform, instruments, trocar configurations, intraoperative suctioning, bedside assistance were discussed and highlighted.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The Single port surgeon console resembles the Xi console but includes upgraded software. The 6-mm biarticulated instruments incorporate an elbow and a wrist flexible joint. These instruments are deployed through the Access port. Access port kit includes the Access port, and a 25-mm multichannel trocar accommodating an 8-mm flexible scope, and three 6-mm robotic instruments. The 0° endoscope has two sets of articulation: a fixed one, and a distal one, allowing for three movements, selected with a hand command, the \"Camera Adjust\", the \"Camera Control\" and the \"Relocation.\" The \"Cobra mode,\" is an extra setting that allows the camera to wing out and move laterally relative to the working instruments. Suction is preferably performed with the Remotely Operated Suction Irrigation system.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Herein we provide a detailed guide to the main technical nuances of the Single port platform and a practical overview of the instrumentation that is used during Single port robotic procedures. Knowledge of the toolbox that is used during Single port robotic surgery is key for those approaching for the first time this novel technology.</p>","PeriodicalId":53228,"journal":{"name":"Minerva Urology and Nephrology","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":4.9,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142332215","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2024-10-01DOI: 10.23736/S2724-6051.24.05824-5
Bruno D Terada, Felipe G Gonçalves, Breno C Porto, Bruno Duarte Silva, Carlo C Passerotti, Rodrigo A Sanderberg, Everson L Artifon, Jose P Otoch, Jose A da Cruz
Introduction: Ureteroscopy (URS) and retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS) are minimally invasive urologic procedures that are commonly used to treat kidney stones. However, they often result in significant postoperative pain. Historically, patients undergoing these surgeries have predominantly been managed with opioids, which has contributed to the escalating global complications associated with these drugs, including abuse and addiction. As a result, over the recent years, many healthcare centers have made efforts to minimize opioid use, opting instead for safer alternative medications. In this study, we aim to compare the efficacy of both opioid and opioid-free pain management regimens following URS or RIRS procedures.
Evidence acquisition: A systematic search was conducted in MEDLINE, Embase, Scopus, Cochrane, LILACS, and Google Scholar. We included studies that compared opioid-based and opioid-free postoperative care for managing pain in patients who underwent URS or RIRS for lithotripsy. Our primary outcome of interest was the frequency of postoperative emergency department (ED) visits. Secondary outcomes included pain-related phone calls, postoperative unexpected encounters, need for opioids at discharge, and patients with opioid refills.
Evidence synthesis: We retrieved 10 articles, encompassing 6786 patients in the opioid group and 5276 patients in the opioid-free group. Overall, our findings lean towards favoring the opioid-free regimen, revealing notable differences between the groups. Opioid-free regimen was associated with less ED visits (OR=0.67; 95% CI: 0.58, 0.77; P=0.00001; I2=0%) and required less opioids at discharge (OR=0.11; 95% CI 0.02, 0.64; P=0.01; I2=89%).
Conclusions: Through statistically superior results, our meta-analysis suggests that an opioid-free regimen outperforms the use of opioids after URS or RIRS, particularly in terms of pain management.
{"title":"Unveiling the impact of opioid-free postoperative regimens in ureteroscopy: a comprehensive systematic review and meta-analysis.","authors":"Bruno D Terada, Felipe G Gonçalves, Breno C Porto, Bruno Duarte Silva, Carlo C Passerotti, Rodrigo A Sanderberg, Everson L Artifon, Jose P Otoch, Jose A da Cruz","doi":"10.23736/S2724-6051.24.05824-5","DOIUrl":"10.23736/S2724-6051.24.05824-5","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Ureteroscopy (URS) and retrograde intrarenal surgery (RIRS) are minimally invasive urologic procedures that are commonly used to treat kidney stones. However, they often result in significant postoperative pain. Historically, patients undergoing these surgeries have predominantly been managed with opioids, which has contributed to the escalating global complications associated with these drugs, including abuse and addiction. As a result, over the recent years, many healthcare centers have made efforts to minimize opioid use, opting instead for safer alternative medications. In this study, we aim to compare the efficacy of both opioid and opioid-free pain management regimens following URS or RIRS procedures.</p><p><strong>Evidence acquisition: </strong>A systematic search was conducted in MEDLINE, Embase, Scopus, Cochrane, LILACS, and Google Scholar. We included studies that compared opioid-based and opioid-free postoperative care for managing pain in patients who underwent URS or RIRS for lithotripsy. Our primary outcome of interest was the frequency of postoperative emergency department (ED) visits. Secondary outcomes included pain-related phone calls, postoperative unexpected encounters, need for opioids at discharge, and patients with opioid refills.</p><p><strong>Evidence synthesis: </strong>We retrieved 10 articles, encompassing 6786 patients in the opioid group and 5276 patients in the opioid-free group. Overall, our findings lean towards favoring the opioid-free regimen, revealing notable differences between the groups. Opioid-free regimen was associated with less ED visits (OR=0.67; 95% CI: 0.58, 0.77; P=0.00001; I<sup>2</sup>=0%) and required less opioids at discharge (OR=0.11; 95% CI 0.02, 0.64; P=0.01; I<sup>2</sup>=89%).</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Through statistically superior results, our meta-analysis suggests that an opioid-free regimen outperforms the use of opioids after URS or RIRS, particularly in terms of pain management.</p>","PeriodicalId":53228,"journal":{"name":"Minerva Urology and Nephrology","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":4.9,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142332216","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2024-10-01DOI: 10.23736/S2724-6051.24.05802-6
Leslie C Licari, Eugenio Bologna, Celeste Manfredi, Antonio Franco, Francesco Ditonno, Cosimo DE Nunzio, Giorgio Franco, Luca Cindolo, Costantino Leonardo, Sarah A Adelstein, Cristian Fiori, Edward E Cherullo, Ephrem O Olweny, Riccardo Autorino
Background: Postoperative urinary incontinence (UI) is a feared complication of BPH surgery. Our study aims to investigate the incidence of UI among patients undergoing different procedures for BPH.
Methods: A retrospective analysis was conducted using a large national database, containing patient records between 2011 and 2022. The most employed surgical procedures for BPH were considered, including TURP, Transurethral Incision of the Prostate (TUIP), Holmium/Thulium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP/ThuLEP), Open Simple Prostatectomy (OSP), minimally invasive simple prostatectomy (Lap/Rob SP), Photoselective Vaporization of the Prostate (PVP), Prostatic Urethral Lift (PUL), Robotic Waterjet Treatment (RWT - Aquablation®), Water Vapor Thermal Therapy (WVTT - Rezum®) and Prostatic Artery Embolization (PAE). Rates of any type of UI, including stress UI (SUI), urge UI (UUI) and mixed UI (MUI) were assessed. Multivariate regression analysis was used to identify predictors of "persistent" postoperative UI, defined as the presence of an active UI diagnosis at 12 months post-surgery.
Results: Among 274,808 patients who underwent BPH surgery, 11,017 (4.01%) experienced persistent UI. UUI rates varied between 0.62% (PAE) and 2.71% (PVP), SUI ranged from 0.04% (PAE) and 2.75% (Lap/Rob SP), while MUI between 0.11% (PAE) and 1.17% (HoLEP/ThuLEP). On multivariable analysis, HoLEP/ThuLEP (OR 1.612; 95% CI: 1.508-1.721; P<0.001), PVP (OR 1.164; 95% CI:1.122-1.208; P<0.001), Open SP (OR 1.424; 95% CI:1.241- 1.624; P<0.001), and Lap/Rob SP (OR 1.667; 95% CI:1.119-2.384; P<0.01) showed significant higher likelihood of UI compared to TURP. PUL (OR 0.604; 95% CI:0.566-0.644; P<0.001), WVTT (OR 0.661; 95% CI:0.579-0.752; P<0.001), RWT (OR 0.434; 95% CI:0.216-0.767; P<0.01), and PAE (OR 0.178; 95% CI:0.111-0.269; P<0.001) were associated with lower likelihood of UI.
Conclusions: UI remains a concerning complication following BPH surgery, but it is an uncommon event affecting <5% of patients. Some differences in UI rates and risk might exist among various BPH procedures. These findings underscore the need for thorough patient selection and counseling.
{"title":"Postoperative urinary incontinence following BPH surgery: insights from a comprehensive national database analysis.","authors":"Leslie C Licari, Eugenio Bologna, Celeste Manfredi, Antonio Franco, Francesco Ditonno, Cosimo DE Nunzio, Giorgio Franco, Luca Cindolo, Costantino Leonardo, Sarah A Adelstein, Cristian Fiori, Edward E Cherullo, Ephrem O Olweny, Riccardo Autorino","doi":"10.23736/S2724-6051.24.05802-6","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.23736/S2724-6051.24.05802-6","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Postoperative urinary incontinence (UI) is a feared complication of BPH surgery. Our study aims to investigate the incidence of UI among patients undergoing different procedures for BPH.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A retrospective analysis was conducted using a large national database, containing patient records between 2011 and 2022. The most employed surgical procedures for BPH were considered, including TURP, Transurethral Incision of the Prostate (TUIP), Holmium/Thulium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP/ThuLEP), Open Simple Prostatectomy (OSP), minimally invasive simple prostatectomy (Lap/Rob SP), Photoselective Vaporization of the Prostate (PVP), Prostatic Urethral Lift (PUL), Robotic Waterjet Treatment (RWT - Aquablation<sup>®</sup>), Water Vapor Thermal Therapy (WVTT - Rezum<sup>®</sup>) and Prostatic Artery Embolization (PAE). Rates of any type of UI, including stress UI (SUI), urge UI (UUI) and mixed UI (MUI) were assessed. Multivariate regression analysis was used to identify predictors of \"persistent\" postoperative UI, defined as the presence of an active UI diagnosis at 12 months post-surgery.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Among 274,808 patients who underwent BPH surgery, 11,017 (4.01%) experienced persistent UI. UUI rates varied between 0.62% (PAE) and 2.71% (PVP), SUI ranged from 0.04% (PAE) and 2.75% (Lap/Rob SP), while MUI between 0.11% (PAE) and 1.17% (HoLEP/ThuLEP). On multivariable analysis, HoLEP/ThuLEP (OR 1.612; 95% CI: 1.508-1.721; P<0.001), PVP (OR 1.164; 95% CI:1.122-1.208; P<0.001), Open SP (OR 1.424; 95% CI:1.241- 1.624; P<0.001), and Lap/Rob SP (OR 1.667; 95% CI:1.119-2.384; P<0.01) showed significant higher likelihood of UI compared to TURP. PUL (OR 0.604; 95% CI:0.566-0.644; P<0.001), WVTT (OR 0.661; 95% CI:0.579-0.752; P<0.001), RWT (OR 0.434; 95% CI:0.216-0.767; P<0.01), and PAE (OR 0.178; 95% CI:0.111-0.269; P<0.001) were associated with lower likelihood of UI.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>UI remains a concerning complication following BPH surgery, but it is an uncommon event affecting <5% of patients. Some differences in UI rates and risk might exist among various BPH procedures. These findings underscore the need for thorough patient selection and counseling.</p>","PeriodicalId":53228,"journal":{"name":"Minerva Urology and Nephrology","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":4.9,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142332212","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2024-10-01DOI: 10.23736/S2724-6051.24.05928-7
Alessandro Antonelli, Alessandro Veccia, Sarah Malandra, Riccardo Rizzetto, Francesco Artoni, Piero Fracasso, Francesca Fumanelli, Iolanda Palumbo, Antonio Raiti, Luca Roggero, Lorenzo P Treccani, Vincenzo Vetro, Vincenzo DE Marco, Antonio B Porcaro, Maria A Cerruto, Matteo Brunelli, Riccardo Bertolo
Background: This study aims to prospectively compare the outcomes of robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP) performed using the Hugo RAS and da Vinci Xi systems, focusing on the postoperative course, pathological findings, and health-related quality of life.
Methods: The COMPAR-P trial, a prospective post-market study (clinical-trials.org NCT05766163), commenced in March 2023, enrolling patients for RARP performed with either da Vinci or Hugo RAS without selection criteria for up to 50 consecutive cases per system. Two experienced console surgeons performed the procedures according to a standardized technique. The study evaluated differences between da Vinci and Hugo RAS regarding the postoperative course, pathology findings, 30-day PSA value, functional metrics, and health-related quality of life using SF-36 and University of California Los Angeles Prostate Cancer Index questionnaires.
Results: Fifty patients underwent DV-RARP and H-RARP each. Postoperative complications, pathological data, and quality of life metrics did not significantly differ between the groups. Noteworthy limitations include the comparison between the first 50 H-RARP and last 50 DV-RARP cases, as well as the potential influence of surgeons' specialized expertise on the generalizability of findings.
Conclusions: This prospective study of 100 unselected patients undergoing RARP with either da Vinci or Hugo RAS systems reveals comparable outcomes in postoperative course, pathology, functional metrics, and health-related quality of life. However, further research with larger sample sizes, longer follow-up periods, and diverse surgical expertise is essential to validate these findings and better understand the implications for clinical practice.
{"title":"Outcomes of da Vinci® versus Hugo RAS® radical prostatectomy: focus on postoperative course, pathological findings, and patients' health-related quality of life after 100 consecutive cases (the COMPAR-P prospective trial).","authors":"Alessandro Antonelli, Alessandro Veccia, Sarah Malandra, Riccardo Rizzetto, Francesco Artoni, Piero Fracasso, Francesca Fumanelli, Iolanda Palumbo, Antonio Raiti, Luca Roggero, Lorenzo P Treccani, Vincenzo Vetro, Vincenzo DE Marco, Antonio B Porcaro, Maria A Cerruto, Matteo Brunelli, Riccardo Bertolo","doi":"10.23736/S2724-6051.24.05928-7","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.23736/S2724-6051.24.05928-7","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>This study aims to prospectively compare the outcomes of robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP) performed using the Hugo RAS and da Vinci Xi systems, focusing on the postoperative course, pathological findings, and health-related quality of life.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>The COMPAR-P trial, a prospective post-market study (clinical-trials.org NCT05766163), commenced in March 2023, enrolling patients for RARP performed with either da Vinci or Hugo RAS without selection criteria for up to 50 consecutive cases per system. Two experienced console surgeons performed the procedures according to a standardized technique. The study evaluated differences between da Vinci and Hugo RAS regarding the postoperative course, pathology findings, 30-day PSA value, functional metrics, and health-related quality of life using SF-36 and University of California Los Angeles Prostate Cancer Index questionnaires.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Fifty patients underwent DV-RARP and H-RARP each. Postoperative complications, pathological data, and quality of life metrics did not significantly differ between the groups. Noteworthy limitations include the comparison between the first 50 H-RARP and last 50 DV-RARP cases, as well as the potential influence of surgeons' specialized expertise on the generalizability of findings.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>This prospective study of 100 unselected patients undergoing RARP with either da Vinci or Hugo RAS systems reveals comparable outcomes in postoperative course, pathology, functional metrics, and health-related quality of life. However, further research with larger sample sizes, longer follow-up periods, and diverse surgical expertise is essential to validate these findings and better understand the implications for clinical practice.</p>","PeriodicalId":53228,"journal":{"name":"Minerva Urology and Nephrology","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":4.9,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142332211","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2024-10-01DOI: 10.23736/S2724-6051.24.06115-9
Laura Pelizzari, Riccardo Lombardo, Sabrina DE Cillis, Alessandro Giammo, Vincenzo Li Marzi, Cosimo DE Nunzio
{"title":"Gaps in urinary incontinence rehabilitation after radical prostatectomy.","authors":"Laura Pelizzari, Riccardo Lombardo, Sabrina DE Cillis, Alessandro Giammo, Vincenzo Li Marzi, Cosimo DE Nunzio","doi":"10.23736/S2724-6051.24.06115-9","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.23736/S2724-6051.24.06115-9","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":53228,"journal":{"name":"Minerva Urology and Nephrology","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":4.9,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142332206","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2024-10-01Epub Date: 2024-07-24DOI: 10.23736/S2724-6051.24.05812-9
Fernando Alberca-Del Arco, Rocío Santos-Pérez DE LA Blanca, Carmen Amores Vergara, Bernardo Herrera-Imbroda, Felipe Sáez-Barranquero
Urethral stricture (US) affects most commonly the anterior portion of the urethra, concretely the bulbar, with a significant incidence in men. Open urethroplasty is the gold standard treatment. However, stricture recurrence (SR) remains a current subject of concern. The aim of the present review is to provide an updated literature summary on surgical urethroplasty techniques for bulbar US and prognostic factors for SR, comparing the different approaches. For short strictures, excision and primary anastomosis (EPA) is the preferred option, with success rates exceeding 90%. Substitution techniques are usually required for longer strictures (>2-3cm). Buccal mucosa graft (BMG) remains the first choice as it complies with ideal features, with no significant differences regarding the site of graft implantation. Stricture length, time since urethroplasty and number of previous urethral interventions are risk factors for failure. Also, surgeon's experience affects technique selection and future outcomes. There seems to be consensus on a higher SR rate following substitution techniques compared to EPA, which appears to be influenced by the stricture length, usually longer in the former group. Furthermore, there is a trend in favor of endoscopic management of SR, except for long and complex recurrences where grafts should be used. In conclusion, multiple urethroplasty techniques are available and selection must be carefully individualized, focusing on stricture characteristics, patient's history, and surgeon's experience. Well-designed studies with clear definitions and follow-up protocols are still necessary to develop standardized guidelines on the management of bulbar US.
尿道狭窄(US)最常影响尿道的前段,具体来说就是球部,男性发病率很高。开放式尿道成形术是金标准治疗方法。然而,尿道狭窄复发(SR)仍然是当前令人担忧的问题。本综述旨在提供有关球部 US 尿道成形手术技术和 SR 预后因素的最新文献摘要,并对不同方法进行比较。对于较短的狭窄,切除和原位吻合术(EPA)是首选,成功率超过 90%。对于较长的狭窄(>2-3 厘米),通常需要采用替代技术。颊粘膜移植(BMG)仍是首选,因为它符合理想的特征,而且移植部位没有明显差异。尿道狭窄的长度、尿道成形术后的时间以及之前尿道介入治疗的次数是导致失败的风险因素。此外,外科医生的经验也会影响技术选择和未来结果。与 EPA 相比,替代技术的 SR 率更高,这一点似乎已达成共识,但这似乎受狭窄长度的影响,前者的狭窄长度通常更长。此外,有一种趋势倾向于采用内窥镜治疗 SR,但对于长而复杂的复发,则应使用移植物。总之,目前有多种尿道成形术可供选择,必须根据狭窄特点、患者病史和外科医生的经验进行个体化选择。目前仍有必要开展设计合理、定义明确的研究并制定随访方案,以便为球部 US 的治疗制定标准化指南。
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