APRIL 2024
Exploring the efficacy of minimally Invasive Surgical Techniques in urologic oncology: A comparative Analysis of Robotic-Assisted and Laparoscopic procedure
1Imran Khan, 2Sadaf Khalid, 3Mohib Ali, 4Dr. Chaudhary Ammar Bashir, 5Ali Raza, 6Hadi Raza, 7Kashif Lodhi
1CMH/SKBZ Hospital Muzaffarabad
2Surgical Associate, Doctor’s Hospital and Medical Center, Punjab, Pakistan
3PIMS
4Department of Urology, Divisional Head Quarter Teaching Hospital, Mirpur AJK
5PIMS
6PIMS
7Department of Agricultural, Food and Environmental Sciences. Università Politécnica delle Marche Via Brecce Bianche 10, 60131 Ancona (AN) Italy
ABSTRACT
Background: Minimally Invasive Surgical Techniques (MIST) have revolutionized the field of urologic oncology, providing patients with less invasive options for the treatment of various urological cancers. This study delves into the comparative analysis of two leading MIST modalities, Robotic-Assisted Surgery (RAS) and Laparoscopic Surgery, to evaluate their respective efficacies in urologic oncology.
Aim: The primary aim of this research is to compare the outcomes and efficacy of Robotic-Assisted and Laparoscopic procedures in urologic oncology. Specifically, we aim to assess key parameters such as surgical precision, postoperative recovery, oncological outcomes, and overall patient satisfaction.
Methods: A retrospective analysis of patient data from urologic oncology cases, involving both Robotic-Assisted and Laparoscopic surgeries, will be conducted. Data will be collected from multiple medical centers, and relevant variables such as operative time, blood loss, conversion rates, complication rates, and oncological outcomes will be analyzed. Statistical methods, including chi-square tests and multivariate analyses, will be employed to draw meaningful comparisons between the two surgical techniques.
Results: Preliminary results indicate that Robotic-Assisted Surgery and Laparoscopic Surgery exhibit comparable operative times, with varying degrees of advantage in terms of blood loss and postoperative recovery. Oncological outcomes will be thoroughly examined, shedding light on the long-term efficacy and survival rates associated with each technique.
Conclusion: This comparative analysis aims to contribute valuable insights into the efficacy of Robotic-Assisted and Laparoscopic Minimally Invasive Surgical Techniques in urologic oncology. By comprehensively evaluating key parameters, this study will guide clinicians and healthcare practitioners in making informed decisions regarding the choice of surgical approach, ultimately optimizing patient outcomes in urologic oncological cases.
Keywords: Minimally Invasive Surgery, Urologic Oncology, Robotic-Assisted Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgery, Comparative Analysis, Surgical Precision, Postoperative Recovery, Oncological Outcomes, Patient Satisfaction.