The evolution of image guidance in robotic-assisted laparoscopic prostatectomy (RALP): a glimpse into the future.

Journal: Journal of robotic surgery
Published Date:

Abstract

OBJECTIVES: To describe the innovative intraoperative technologies emerging to aid surgeons during minimally invasive robotic-assisted laparoscopic prostatectomy.

Authors

  • Joshua Makary
    Royal Prince Alfred Institute of Academic Surgery, Camperdown, Sydney, NSW, 2050, Australia. Joshua.Makary@health.nsw.gov.au.
  • Danielle C van Diepen
    Royal Prince Alfred Institute of Academic Surgery, Camperdown, Sydney, NSW, 2050, Australia.
  • Ranjan Arianayagam
    Nepean Urology Research Group, Nepean Hospital, Kingswood, Australia.
  • George McClintock
    Department of Urology, Chris O'Brien Lifehouse, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
  • Jeremy Fallot
    Department of Urology, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
  • Scott Leslie
    Department of Urology, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
  • Ruban Thanigasalam
    Department of Urology, Chris O'Brien Lifehouse, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.