This new reference is devoted to the exploding area of robotic-assisted urologic surgery. It covers setting up robotics and instrumentation, as well as adapting laparoscopic equipment to this exciting new technology. It also guides you through a full range of robotic procedures including prostatectomy, which is experiencing significant success and patient satisfaction by using robotic technology, as well as nephrectomy, adrenalectomy, vasovasostomy, and pediatric procedures. Full color illustrations help familiarize you with the latest surgical techniques and instrumentation.

本书全面阐述了机器人辅助泌尿外科手术这一新领域。书中包括机器人和仪器组装，以及腹腔镜设备在这一新技术领域中的应用情况，也指导读者进行各种机器人操作，包括前列腺切除术——机器人技术在此手术上已经取得了许多成功经验并获得了患者的肯定；还有肾切除术、肾上腺切除术、输精管吻合术以及儿科相关手术等。全彩印刷使读者掌握最新的手术技术和仪器。

This is the first of its kind devoted to the exploding area of robotic-assisted urologic surgery. It is the accumulated output of 51 international pioneers in the field from six different countries. The book contains very clear and vivid pictures and diagrams of surgical techniques and port insertion sites. This is definitely a must have book for any urological surgeon with a special interest in laparoscopic and robotic surgery and I must say that it would be of great benefit for trainees as it opens window to this interesting and exponentially evolving world. Urology News, January 2009

* Learn about the indications for robotic urologic surgery and the potential improvements in patient outcomes. * Covers all urologic procedures that are adaptable to robotic technology with chapters on cystectomy, nephrectomy, prostatectomy, vasovasostomy, and adrenalectomy. * Offers full color images of procedures to enhance surgical concepts.