The document discusses port placement and approaches for robotic surgery. It describes transperitoneal access with 3-4 robotic ports including one for the camera in either a medial or lateral position. The document also covers the retroperitoneal approach with port placement discussed over multiple slides.

1. Ben Challacombe
Consultant Urologist & Senior Lecturer
Guy’s and St Thomas’ Hospitals, London
Port Placement

2. Positioning of patient
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3. Transperitoneal Access
 Familiar landmarks, easier access, excellent
working space
 3 or 4 robotic ports
 1 camera and 2/3 working
 1 or 2 assistant ports
 Camera position
 Medial or lateral

4. Medial port placement
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5. Medial port placement
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6. Medial port placement
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7. Lateral port placement
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8. Retroperitoneal approach
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9. Retroperitoneal approach
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10. Retroperitoneal approach
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11. Retroperitoneal approach
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