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for better endoscopic identification of nodes, techniques to reduce lymphatic events, and robotic surgery. Reduction of the learning curve and ergonomic issues are the most important advantages of robotic technology.
Conclusion
VEIL is a safe and feasible technique for patients with penile carcinoma. VEIL allows a decrease in post-operative morbidity without compromising oncological control. Based on the data available in the literature, VEIL has the potential to become the chosen minimally invasive procedure for prophylactic inguinal lymphadenectomy in patients with penile cancer. New reports with more patients and a longer follow-up will be necessary to define the real value of this new technique in the modern urological oncology armamentarium. n
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