Robot-assisted radical prostatectomy in a patient with Zinner syndrome.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction and importance

To our knowledge, this is the first reported case of Robot-Assisted Radical Prostatectomy (RARP) in a patient with Zinner syndrome, a rare congenital condition characterized by unilateral renal agenesis, seminal vesicle cysts, and ejaculatory duct obstruction.

Case presentation

A 64-year-old male with elevated PSA was diagnosed with low-risk prostate cancer. Preoperative imaging confirmed Zinner syndrome, posing unique anatomical challenges. The procedure was successfully performed using the Da Vinci robotic system, allowing precise removal of the prostate, non-functioning kidney, and dilated ureter from the standard port setting without changing the patient's position. The surgery was completed with minimal complications, and the patient recovere

SUBMITTER: Narozanski W 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11848090 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature