Learning Curve and Perioperative Outcomes of Robot-Assisted Radical Prostatectomy in 200 Initial Japanese Cases by a Single Surgeon

Abstract

The functional and pathologic results of this minimally invasive procedure seemed to be promising. Distinct learning curves were observed with respect to operative time, PSM, complication rate, and incontinence rate. Exposure to 100 surgeries would be necessary for a surgeon to adequately master the required skills.