Robotic vs open prostatectomy in a laparoscopically naive centre: a matched-pair analysis

OBJECTIVE To compare the early oncological, perioperative and functional outcomes of robotic‐assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP) vs open retropubic RP (RRP) in a laparoscopically naive centre, as robotic assistance aids the laparoscopically naive surgeon in minimally invasive prostate surgery, by offering magnification and superior dexterity. PATIENTS AND METHODS From 1 November 2006 to 31 December 2007, 120 patients had RARP; this group was...