title: Safe positioning for robotic-assisted laparoscopic prostatectomy.
abstract: Robotic-assisted laparoscopic prostatectomy is a surgical procedure performed to eradicate prostate cancer. Use of robotic assistance technology allows smaller incisions than the traditional laparoscopic approach and results in better patient outcomes, such as less blood loss, less pain, shorter hospital stays, and better postoperative potency and continence rates. This surgical approach creates unique challenges in patient positioning for the perioperative team because the patient is placed in the lithotomy with steep Trendelenburg position. Incorrect positioning can lead to nerve damage, pressure ulcers, and other complications. Using a special beanbag positioning device made specifically for use with this severe position helps prevent these complications.
authors: Inova Fairfax Hospital, Falls Church, VA, USA.
authors: Amanda
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authors: Chitlik
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D010535:Laparoscopy / Q000295:instrumentation*; D007902:Length of Stay; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011183:Postoperative Complications; D011468:Prostatectomy / Q000379:methods*; D012371:Robotics; D014549:Urinary Incontinence