2015-06

Utilization and perioperative complications of laparoscopic cryoablation vs. robotic partial nephrectomy for localized renal tumors

ABSTRACTObjective:

To compare the utilization, perioperative complications and predictors of LCA versus RPN in the treatment of localized renal tumors.

Methods:

From the Nationwide Inpatient Sample we identified patients undergoing RPN or LCA for the treatment of localized renal tumors from October 2008 through 2010. Patient and hospital-specific factors which predict postoperative complications and use of LCA were investigated.

Results:

14,275 patients with localized renal tumors were identified...

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