Robot-assisted radical cystectomy (RARC) is an evolving technique for the treatment of muscle-invasive bladder cancer (MIBC); however, its effectiveness compared with open radical cystectomy is debated. In this Review the authors discuss the specific areas of evidence that are critically important for supporting the continuing use of RARC for MIBC and the considerable progress that has been made in this regard.
- Raj Satkunasivam
- Christopher J. D. Wallis
- Inderbir S. Gill