Case 38

Question 1

What are the advantages of robotic-assisted laparoscopic radical prostatectomy over traditional open radical prostatectomy?

Question 2

2. Briefly describe the surgical procedure.

Question 3

3. What are the primary anesthetic concerns for robotic-assisted laparoscopic radical prostatectomy?

Question 4

4. Describe the cerebrovascular, respiratory, and hemodynamic effects of pneumoperitoneum in steep Trendelenburg position.

Question 5

5. What are possible complications of pneumoperitoneum and steep Trendelenburg position during robotic-assisted laparoscopic radical prostatectomy?

Question 6

6. What are the preanesthetic concerns in patients presenting for robotic-assisted laparoscopic radical prostatectomy?

Question 7

7. Discuss the anesthetic technique for roboticassisted laparoscopic radical prostatectomy.

Question 8

8. What are the concerns for positioning, ventilation, and fluid management of patients for robotic- assisted laparoscopic radical prostatectomy?