Robot-assisted kidney transplantation as a minimally invasive approach for kidney transplant recipients: A systematic review and meta-analyses.

Journal: International journal of surgery (London, England)
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Abstract

BACKGROUND: Robot-assisted kidney transplantation (RAKT) has emerged as an alternative for kidney transplant recipients with the potential benefits of minimally invasive surgery. The aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis is to compare the clinical outcomes of RAKT with open kidney transplantation (OKT).

Authors

  • Julia S Slagter
    Division of HPB and Transplant Surgery, Department of Surgery, Erasmus MC Transplant Institute, Rotterdam, the Netherlands.
  • Loubna Outmani
  • Khe T C K Tran
  • Jan N M Ijzermans
  • Robert C Minnee