Comparing the efficacy and safety between robotic-assisted versus open pyeloplasty in children: a systemic review and meta-analysis.

Journal: World journal of urology
Published Date: Mar 10, 2015

Abstract

OBJECTIVE: This manuscript is mainly to systemically review the published reports that compared the efficacy and safety of robotic-assisted (RP) versus open pyeloplasty (OP) in children with ureteropelvic junction obstruction (UPJO).

Authors

  • Shang-Jen Chang
    Division of Urology, Taipei Tzu Chi Hospital, The Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation, 289 Chienkuo Road, Xindian, New Taipei City, 231, Taiwan.
  • Chun-Kai Hsu
    Division of Urology, Taipei Tzu Chi Hospital, The Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation, 289 Chienkuo Road, Xindian, New Taipei City, 231, Taiwan.
  • Cheng-Hsing Hsieh
    Division of Urology, Taipei Tzu Chi Hospital, The Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation, 289 Chienkuo Road, Xindian, New Taipei City, 231, Taiwan.
  • Stephen Shei-Dei Yang
    Division of Urology, Taipei Tzu Chi Hospital, The Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation, 289 Chienkuo Road, Xindian, New Taipei City, 231, Taiwan. krissygnet@gmail.com.

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