Robotic reconstruction of vesico-urethral anastomosis stenosis: a descriptive technique and short-term results

Abstract

Vesicourethral anastomotic stenosis (VUAS) represents a late complication following radical prostatectomy (RP). Endoscopic management of VUAS provides good results when the stricture has limited size, while in more complex cases open reconstructive surgery still remains the preferred treatment option. In this setting, robotic assistance represents the latest development in VUAS management. Aim of the present paper is to show robotic VUAS reconstruction, specifically focusing on technical details and perioperative outcomes.