Current evidence demonstrates the safety and feasibility of the robotic approach for gynecologic surgery. Experience is still in its infancy, however, and prospective trials are needed to compare the efficacy against conventional laparoscopy and to help determine not only who should be doing robotic-assisted surgery but also for which applications.

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Transient urinary retention is relatively more common after robotic hysterectomy when compared with laparoscopic hysterectomy. We postulate that more aggressive bladder dissection performed with robot assistance may be associated with an increased risk of urinary retention.