Advances in laparoscopic urologic surgery techniques

F1000Res. 2016 Apr 21:5:F1000 Faculty Rev-716. doi: 10.12688/f1000research.7660.1. eCollection 2016.

Abstract

The last two decades witnessed the inception and exponential implementation of key technological advancements in laparoscopic urology. While some of these technologies thrived and became part of daily practice, others are still hindered by major challenges. This review was conducted through a comprehensive literature search in order to highlight some of the most promising technologies in laparoscopic visualization, augmented reality, and insufflation. Additionally, this review will provide an update regarding the current status of single-site and natural orifice surgery in urology.

Keywords: Augmented reality; Laparoendoscopic; Laparoendoscopic single site surgery; insufflation devices; laparoscopic urology; natural orifice transluminal surgery.

Publication types

  • Review

Grants and funding

The author(s) declared that no grants were involved in supporting this work.