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Robotic-assisted laparoscopic segmental resection with rectoanal anastomosis: a new approach for the management of complicated rectourethral fistula

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Various transanal and perineal surgical techniques have been described for the treatment of rectourethral fistula (RUF). However, these techniques are poorly suited for complicated fistulas. Here, we present a novel minimally invasive procedure: robotic-assisted laparoscopic segmental resection with rectoanal anastomosis for the management of difficult RUFs. This novel technique may be valuable in the treatment of recurrent or complex RUFs.

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  1. City of Hope National Medical Center, Duarte, CA, USA

    M. R. Lee

  2. Division of Colorectal Surgery, University of California, Irvine, Orange, CA, 92868, USA

    A. Pigazzi

  3. University of California, Irvine, CA, USA

    K. H. Lee

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Lee, K.H., Lee, M.R. & Pigazzi, A. Robotic-assisted laparoscopic segmental resection with rectoanal anastomosis: a new approach for the management of complicated rectourethral fistula. Tech Coloproctol 17, 585–587 (2013). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10151-012-0913-7

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