Editorial Comment

Abstract

Advances in minimally invasive surgical techniques have been evolving at a fast pace. Since the introduction of laparoscopic surgery, numerous minimally invasive alternatives have been described, such as single site laparoscopy, robotic-assisted laparoscopic surgery, and natural orifice endoscopic procedures. Unfortunately, breakthrough surgical procedures are not regularly submitted to the scientific rigor of other therapeutic innovations and are often influenced by the powerful impact of the medical device industry. Therefore, academic surgeons should take on the role of applying sound scientific methodology to newer surgical techniques in order to ensure that patients receive the safest and most cost-effective treatment modality. From this perspective, the authors should be congratulated for their report comparing 2 minimally invasive techniques for laparoscopic nephroureterectomy in the treatment of benign conditions in children against conventional laparoscopic nephrectomy (CLN). Comparison of Pediatric Robotic-assisted Laparoscopic Nephroureterectomy and Laparoendoscopic Single-site NephroureterectomyUrologyVol. 83Issue 2PreviewTo compare outcomes between pediatric robotic-assisted laparoscopic nephroureterectomy (RALNU) and laparoendoscopic single-site nephroureterectomy (LESSNU). Full-Text PDF