Comparative effectiveness of robotic and open radical prostatectomy |
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| Authors: | Rodrigo Rodrigues Pessoa Paul Maroni Janet Kukreja Simon P Kim |
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| Institution: | 1.Division of Urology, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Center, Aurora, Colorado, USA;2.Cancer Outcomes and Public Policy Effectiveness Research (COPPER), Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut |
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| Abstract: | Radical prostatectomy (RP) has undergone a remarkable transformation from open to minimally-invasive surgery over the last two decades. However, it is important to recognize there is still conflicting evidence regarding key outcomes. We aimed to summarize current literature on comparative effectiveness of robotic and open RP for key outcomes including oncologic results, health-related quality of life (HRQOL) measures, safety and postoperative complications, and healthcare costs. The bulk of the paper will discuss and interpret limitations of current data. Finally, we will also highlight future directions of both surgical approaches and its potential impact on health care delivery. |
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| Keywords: | Comparative effectiveness research outcomes prostate cancer open radical prostatectomy (RP) robotics surgery |
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