Robot‐assisted transperitoneal reconstruction of a retrocaval ureter: A report of two cases

Abstract

A retrocaval ureter (RCU) is a rare cause of congenital ureteral obstruction that often requires surgical repair. We report two cases of RCU in adults treated with robot‐assisted laparoscopic surgery. In both cases, we performed robotic ureteroureterostomy with dissection of the entire length of the retrocaval portion of the right ureter without complications. In the second case, renal stone removal was simultaneously performed. The robot‐assisted procedure we performed could be considered safe and feasible for the surgical repair of an RCU.

Robot‐assisted laparoscopic ureteroplasty for retrocaval ureter with three‐dimensional images navigation: technique and outcomes

“…Robotic technology provides several advantages, such as excellent 3D visualisation, enhanced manual dexterity, and a precise suturing technique. The first RAL approach for RCU was published in 2006 by Gundeti et al [3] in a paediatric patient, followed by several case reports or series [6][7][8][9][10][11][12]. However, these studies have limited generalisability due to small sample size.…”

“…The first RAL approach for RCU was published in 2006 by Gundeti et al. [3] in a paediatric patient, followed by several case reports or series [6–12]. However, these studies have limited generalisability due to small sample size.…”