The number of living-related donor kidney transplantations have increased since the advent of minimally invasive surgery. Robotic technology has emerged as a promising alternative to laparoscopic techniques. The authors reviewed their institution experience with robotic hand-assisted donor nephrectomies (RHADNs).
Department of Surgery, Minimally Invasive and Robotic Surgery Center, 840 South Wood Street, Room 435 E, Chicago, IL 60612, USA. vgorodner_72@yahoo.com.ar