Robotics in Genitourinary Surgery

This updated volume provides a comprehensive guide to the recent developments of digital and intelligent technologies related to genitourinary surgery.

This new edition aims to provide comprehensive, state-of-the-art information about therecent developments in the areas of technology, robotic systems, Uro-Oncology,Reconstructive Urology, Pediatric Urology, Robotic Renal Transplant and FemaleUrology. New topics include the adaptation of simulators, training programs,standardized credentialing, evidence-based practice, as well as the economics ofrobotic surgery. The impact on public and global health will also be covered.Robot-assisted laparoscopic urologic surgery is a major evolution in the field of robotic assistedsurgery, and has now become a major sub-specialty. It was first performed in2000 and the last fifteen years have been testimony to its exponential growth andoverwhelming adoption by surgeons and patients across the world. In this book, theeditors want to educate, simulate and expand practice and research activities,ultimately impacting on excellence in patient care.