title: Robot-assisted partial nephrectomy.
abstract: Robot-assisted partial nephrectomy (RAPN) is a viable option for patients and surgeons who desire a minimally invasive alternative for the performance of nephron-sparing surgery (NSS). NSS has become the norm for the management of small renal masses. Numerous series have shown favorable outcomes for RAPN. RAPN has a shortened learning curve and eases the transition to minimally invasive NSS. We describe the indications, preparation, instrumentation, setup, technique, and complications for transperitoneal RAPN using a two- or three-arm approach. We also suggest strategies and tips so that surgeons early in the learning curve can effectively anticipate, avoid, and, if inevitable, manage complications.
authors.affiliation: Vattikuti Urology Institute, Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit, Michigan, USA.
authors.forename: Shyam
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Sukumar
authors.forename: Craig G
authors.initials: CG
authors.lastname: Rogers
mesh_terms: D000075202:Contraindications; D006801:Humans; D009392:Nephrectomy / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods*; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000628:therapy; D011300:Preoperative Care; D012371:Robotics / Q000379:methods*