Comparison of surgical outcomes and split renal function between laparoscopic and robot-assisted partial nephrectomy: a propensity score-matched analysis.

Journal: International urology and nephrology
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Abstract

PURPOSE: The objective of this study was to compare perioperative outcomes and total and split renal function between laparoscopic partial nephrectomy (LPN) and robot-assisted partial nephrectomy (RAPN). Predictive risk factors of preservation of operated renal function were also assessed.

Authors

  • Tomoya Hatayama
    Department of Urology, Hiroshima City Asa Citizens Hospital, 2-1-1 Kabe-Minami, Asakita-ku, Hiroshima, 731-0293, Japan.
  • Ryo Tasaka
    The Department of Urology, Hiroshima City Asa Hospital.
  • Hideki Mochizuki
    The Department of Urology, Hiroshima City Asa Hospital.
  • Koji Mita
    The Department of Urology, Hiroshima City Asa Hospital.