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Review
. 2023 Mar;24(3):117-120.
doi: 10.1007/s11934-022-01140-7. Epub 2023 Jan 10.

Robotic-Assisted Surgery-a Highly Effective Modality for Vesicovaginal Fistula Repairs

Rajan S Sandhu  1 , Felix Cheung  2
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Review

Robotic-Assisted Surgery-a Highly Effective Modality for Vesicovaginal Fistula Repairs

Rajan S Sandhu et al. Curr Urol Rep. 2023 Mar.

Abstract

Purpose of review: To summarize recent experience with robotic vesicovaginal fistula repair and describe the contemporary technique.

Recent findings: Robotic vesicovaginal repair has been tested at multiple centers, with similar outcomes to open surgery. It has benefits including decreased hospital stay, less blood loss, and similar long-term outcomes. As long as the surgeon is experienced in robotic surgery, this technique appears to be promising. Robotic vesicovaginal repair results in similar outcomes to open surgery with decreased morbidity.

Keywords: Incontinence; Robotic surgery; Vesicovaginal fistula.

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