Commentary on “validation of robot-assisted vasectomy reversal” by Dr. Parviz K Kavoussi
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in this manuscript adds valuable assessment data to continue our journey in exploring potential benefits or disadvantages of this technology.1 As more robotic platforms become available and as the technology evolves, it is likely that the application and use of such technology will only continue to expand further. If we can use this technology to allow urologists to become more proficient micro surgeons in a shorter and more efficient pathway compared with traditional pure microsurgery, it is our patients and the general community who benefits in the end. This ultimately is our most noble goal.
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