Lasers in laparoscopic and robotic surgery: is there a need for them.

Journal: Current opinion in urology
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Abstract

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: The application of lasers in treating urological disorders is a developing area. In the laparoscopic and robotic surgery, laser energy is not so popular as in the treatment of stone disease and benign prostatic hyperplasia. The aim of this review is to clarify the current status of laser applications in laparoscopic and robotic urology.

Authors

  • Dmitry Y Pushkar
    Moscow State University of Medicine and Dentistry.
  • Konstantin B Kolontarev