Development of a patient and institutional‐based model for estimation of operative times for robot‐assisted radical cystectomy: results from the International Robotic Cystectomy Consortium

Abstract

We developed a method to estimate operative times for RARC based on patient, disease, and institutional metrics that can help operating room scheduling for RARC.

Outcomes of Intracorporeal Urinary Diversion after Robot-Assisted Radical Cystectomy: Results from the International Robotic Cystectomy Consortium

“…More experience and flattening of the learning curve associated with more procedures performed would lead to cutting down of operative times. Similar to this study, higher surgical volume has been associated with shorter operative times for RC(21)(22)(23).…”

“…With increased experience and comfort with the robotic platform, operative times for RARC have decreased over time (18). ICUD was associated with shorter operative time in this study in contrast to prior reports (11).…”

Development and Cross-Validation of a Nomogram for Chronic Kidney Disease Following Robot-Assisted Radical Cystectomy

“…23 Higher BMI increases the complexity of the procedure, which may increase the operative time, predisposing to AKI, which also increases the risk of CKD. 24 Diabetes mellitus is a wellestablished risk factor for CKD. 25 Our study agrees with the literature and further highlights the importance of optimization of comorbid conditions, especially diabetes control for renoprotection.…”

Development of a Patient-Based Model for Estimating Operative Times for Robot-Assisted Radical Prostatectomy

“…Confounding factors, such as patient body mass index (BMI), disease stage, procedural complexity, and surgeon experience, have been shown to influence the length of operative times and influence intraoperative costs, and therefore should be considered. [11][12][13] Extended time gaps between operations in addition to late start and stop times can lead to suboptimal OR utilization, which can potentially decrease profitability and can increase costs associated with staffing, and reduce patient satisfaction. 9 We aimed to develop a methodology for scheduling RARP that considers the variability in patient and disease characteristics, procedural modifications (such as nerve-sparing or lymph node dissection) and surgeon volume and experience.…”