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Retrospective analysis shows robotic renal vein transposition improves clinical outcomes in nutcracker syndrome patients, suggesting a safer approach with fewer complications.
Background This study compares outcomes of robotic Robotic‐assisted left renal vein (LRV) transposition with and without proximal left gonadal vein (LGV) transposition for Nutcracker Syndrome (NCS). Methods A retrospective analysis was conducted on 24 NCS patients. Group A ( n = 13) had LRV transposition. Group B ( n = 11) had combined LRV+ proximal LGV transposition. Outcomes including operative details, complications, symptom resolution, and renocaval pressure gradient (RPG) reduction. Results Operative time and hospital stay were similar between the groups. However, group B had a higher lymphatic leakage rate (64% vs. 8%; p = 0.0078) and required longer drainage (median 5 vs. 3 days; p = 0.02). Clinical symptoms improved in both groups. Group B achieved substantially greater RPG reduction (70% ± 15% vs. 55% ± 8%; p = 0.004). Conclusions Robotic LRV and proximal LGV transposition for significant dilation is safe and effective. Despite higher short‐term lymphatic morbidity, the combined approach offers greater reduction in RPG, providing a valuable alternative for selected patients. Trial Registration This research was also registered at the Chinese Clinical Trial Registry. The registration number is ChiCTR2500099335 (Link: https://www.chictr.org.cn/bin/project/edit?pid=261879 )
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