Cuaj Can Urol Assoc
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Cuaj Can Urol Assoc · Jul 2014
Retention of robot-assisted surgical skills in urological surgeons acquired using Mimic dV-Trainer.
We assess the retention of robot-assisted surgical skills among urologic surgeons. ⋯ Our results indicate that fundamental robot-assisted surgical skills can be retained in the long-term after they are acquired.
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Cuaj Can Urol Assoc · May 2014
The clinical research office of the endourological society percutaneous nephrolithotomy global study: Outcomes in the morbidly obese patient - a case control analysis.
Efficacy and safety of percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) have been demonstrated in obese individuals. Yet, there is a paucity of data on the outcomes of PCNL in morbidly obese patients (body mass index [BMI] >40). ⋯ PCNL in morbidly obese patients is associated with longer operative duration, higher rates of re-intervention and an increased risk of perioperative complications. With this knowledge, urologists should seek to develop strategies to optimize the perioperative management of such patients.
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Cuaj Can Urol Assoc · Nov 2013
Emphysematous cystitis: The role of CT imaging and appropriate treatment.
Emphysematous cystitis is a relatively rare disease characterized by the presence of gas in the bladder wall and/or lumen. The primary risk factor is diabetes mellitus. ⋯ Accurate diagnosis of the disease and appropriate treatment typically results in a favourable prognosis and can improve the outcome. We present a case of emphysematous cystitis diagnosed by a computed tomography scan in a diabetic woman with poor glycemic control.
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Cuaj Can Urol Assoc · Nov 2013
Achieving proficiency with robot-assisted radical prostatectomy: Laparoscopic-trained versus robotics-trained surgeons.
Initiating a robotics program is complex, in regards to achieving favourable outcomes, effectively utilizing an expensive surgical tool, and granting console privileges to surgeons. We report the implementation of a community-based robotics program among minimally-invasive surgery (MIS) urologists with and without formal robotics training. ⋯ Robot-naïve laparoscopic surgeons may achieve similar outcomes to robotic surgeons relatively early after a graduated mentorship period. This study may apply to a community-based practice in which multiple urologists with varied training backgrounds are granted robot privileges.