AIMS AND OBJECTIVES:

Introducing components of Da Vinci surgical robotic system, lectures & video presentations. Practicing with Da Vinci robotic simulators. Performing robotic pyeloplasty on 3D models.

COURSE CONTENT:

• Lectures on components of Da Vinci robotic surgical system.

• Lectures on robotic instruments.

• Video presentations on robotic Pyeloplasti procedures.

• Traning on Da Vinci robotic simulators.

• Hands-on training on 3D models: – Excision of UPJ junction – Excision of dilated renal pelvis – Spatualtion of the ureter – Inserting JJ stent – Performing pyeloplasty & anastomosis – Performing uretero-ureterostomy & uretero-lithotomy