Technologic advances in robot-assisted nephron sparing surgery: a narrative review.

ABSTRACT:

Background and objective

Nephron sparing surgery (NSS) is the preferred management for clinical stage T1 (cT1) renal masses. In recent years, indications have expanded to larger and more complex renal tumors. In an effort to provide optimal patient outcomes, urologists strive to achieve the pentafecta when performing partial nephrectomy. This has led to the continuous technologic advancement and technique refinement including the use of augmented reality, ultrasound techniques, changes in surgical approach and reconstruction, uses of novel fluorescence marker guided imaging, and implementation of early recovery after surgery (ERAS) protocols. The aim of this narrative review is to provide an overview of the recent advances in pre-, intra-, and post-operative management and approach

SUBMITTER: Thakker PU 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10406549 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature