ReviewRobot-assisted partial nephrectomy

- In experienced hands, RAPN is associated with excellent outcomes in terms of complications and functional results.
- RAPN could also be indicated in complex tumours (hilar lesions, bilateral tumours, solitary kidney, recurrent tumors).
- Definitive conclusions on the oncological outcomes of RAPN cannot be drawn.

Partial nephrectomy is the standard treatment for small renal masses. Currently, it is commonly performed using minimally invasive approaches, including laparoscopic and robot-assisted techniques. The aim of the present review is to report the surgical technique of robot-assisted partial nephrectomy in full detail as well as available literature results.