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The Australian laparoscopic radical prostatectomy learning curve.

Marcus HandmerCharles ChabertRonald CohenTroy GianduzzoPaul KearnsDaniel MoonJason OoiTom ShannonDavid SofieldAndrew TanMark Louie-Johnsun
Published in: ANZ journal of surgery (2017)
There was no significant improvement in PSM rate between F100 and S100 cases. Perioperative outcomes were acceptable in F100 and further improved with experience in S100. Mentoring can minimize the LRP learning curve, and it remains a valid minimally invasive surgical treatment for prostate cancer in Australia even in early practice.
Keyphrases
  • radical prostatectomy
  • prostate cancer
  • minimally invasive
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