Impact of prior robotic surgical expertise on the results of Hugo RAS radical prostatectomy: a propensity score-matched comparison between Da Vinci-expert and non-Da Vinci-expert surgeons.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Hugo RAS is a novel robotic platform gaining global adoption. Most reported outcomes come from centers with prior Da Vinci experience, with limited data from robotic-naïve settings or comparisons based on prior robotic expertise.

Objective

To compare outcomes of Hugo RAS robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP) performed by Da Vinci-experienced (DVE) versus non-Da Vinci-experienced (NDVE) surgeons.

Design, setting, and participants

Prospective data from patients undergoing Hugo-RARP (July 2022-November 2024) were analyzed. Patients were grouped based on whether their surgeon had prior Da Vinci experience. None had prior Hugo-RAS experience.

Outcome measurements and statistical analysis

Primary outcomes were positive surgical margin (PSM) and compl

SUBMITTER: Gavi F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12009775 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature