Application of transvesical laparoendoscopic single-site surgery in urology

doi:10.3877/cma.j.issn.1674-3253.2026.02.003

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Over more than a decade of development and integration into urology, laparoscopic single-site surgery (LESS) has demonstrated its unique advantages, showcasing significant potential within this field. The transvesical approach enjoys extensive utilization in the field of urological surgery as well, which is a highly effective surgical method. The advent of robotic-assisted techniques has further advanced the capabilities of single-port laparoscopy. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the application of transvesical LESS (T-LESS) in urology, drawing upon our department's operational experience and existing literature on the subject.

Key words: Laparoscopic single-site surgery, Transvesical approach, Application, Vesicovaginal fistula, Transurethral enucleation of the prostate, Radical prostatectomy

Kang He, Cheng Yang, Cundong Liu. Application of transvesical laparoendoscopic single-site surgery in urology[J]. Chinese Journal of Endourology(Electronic Edition), 2026, 20(02): 140-146.

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