Robotic IVC thrombectomy is a great minimally invasive option in select patients with RCC. I found the 4-0/5-0 gortex suture easier to suture the IVC with compared to prolene. But as long as it is closed and hemostatic, doesn’t really matter!

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Figure. Time Trends in the Initial Selection of Active Surveillance and Watchful Waiting Among Individuals With Intermediate-Risk Prostate Cancer

Initial active surveillance and watchful waiting significantly increased for intermediate–risk prostate cancer between 2010 and 2020.

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Enucleation always a useful tool for partial nephrectomy when approaching hilar tumors. R0, ccRCC F2