The Value of Robotic-Assisted Combined Left Renal Vein and Proximal Gonadal Vein Transposition for Nutcracker Syndrome: Preliminary Experience From a Single Centre
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Abstract
Background
This study compares outcomes of robotic Robotic-assisted left renal vein (LRV) transposition with and without proximal left gonadal vein (LGV) transposition for Nutcracker Syndrome (NCS).
Methods
A retrospective analysis was conducted on 24 NCS patients. Group A (n = 13) had LRV transposition. Group B (n = 11) had combined LRV+ proximal LGV transposition. Outcomes including operative details, complications, symptom resolution, and renocaval pressure gradient (RPG) reduction.
Results
Operative time and hospital stay were similar between the groups. However, group B had a higher lymphatic leakage rate (64% vs. 8%; p = 0.0078) and required longer drainage (median 5 vs. 3 days; p = 0.02). Clinical symptoms improved in both groups. Group B achieved substantially greater RPG reduction (70% ± 15% vs. 55% ± 8%; p = 0.004).
Conclusions
Robotic LRV and proximal LGV transposition for significant dilation is safe and effective. Despite higher short-term lymphatic morbidity, the combined approach offers greater reduction in RPG, providing a valuable alternative for selected patients.
Trial Registration
This research was also registered at the Chinese Clinical Trial Registry. The registration number is ChiCTR2500099335 (Link: https://www.chictr.org.cn/bin/project/edit?pid=261879)
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The International Journal of Medical Robotics and Computer Assisted Surgery provides a cross-disciplinary platform for presenting the latest developments in robotics and computer assisted technologies for medical applications. The journal publishes cutting-edge papers and expert reviews, complemented by commentaries, correspondence and conference highlights that stimulate discussion and exchange of ideas. Areas of interest include robotic surgery aids and systems, operative planning tools, medical imaging and visualisation, simulation and navigation, virtual reality, intuitive command and control systems, haptics and sensor technologies. In addition to research and surgical planning studies, the journal welcomes papers detailing clinical trials and applications of computer-assisted workflows and robotic systems in neurosurgery, urology, paediatric, orthopaedic, craniofacial, cardiovascular, thoraco-abdominal, musculoskeletal and visceral surgery. Articles providing critical analysis of clinical trials, assessment of the benefits and risks of the application of these technologies, commenting on ease of use, or addressing surgical education and training issues are also encouraged. The journal aims to foster a community that encompasses medical practitioners, researchers, and engineers and computer scientists developing robotic systems and computational tools in academic and commercial environments, with the intention of promoting and developing these exciting areas of medical technology.