RT Book, Section A1 Bayne, David B. A1 Wolf, Jr., J. Stuart A1 Stoller, Marshall L. A1 Chi, Thomas A2 McAninch, Jack W. A2 Lue, Tom F. SR Print(0) ID 1171178680 T1 Laparoscopic Surgery T2 Smith & Tanagho's General Urology, 19e YR 2020 FD 2020 PB McGraw Hill PP New York, NY SN 9781259834332 LK accessmedicine.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=1171178680 RD 2024/04/24 AB Laparoscopy plays a prominent role in urology, a field that saw early adoption of these minimally invasive techniques starting with laparoscopic nephrectomy. Approaches and techniques in laparoscopy have evolved significantly over time, and the use of laparoscopy for surgery across organ systems has expanded. Alternatives to standard laparoscopy, including hand assistance and robotic assistance, further enhance capabilities.