Table 3 - Early and Late complications after sRARP according to Clavien group (n = 45)

Grade I

4 (8.9%)

(i) 1x AKI (self-limiting)

(ii) 3 asymptomatic leaks on initial cystogram requiring prolonged catheterisation

Grade 2

3 (6.7%)

(i) 1x UTI 2 weeks post-op requiring oral antibiotics;

 (ii) 1x readmission for anastomotic leak and fever requiring IV antibiotics and observation (no intervention)

(ii) 1x transfusion for retroperitoneal bleeding (did not require surgical/ radiologic intervention)

Grade 3a

Grade 3b

1 (2.2%)

3b: Laparotomy, evacuation of clot and re-fashinoing of vesico-urethral anastomosis for haematoma causing anastomotic leak/ disruption

Grade 4

0

–

Grade 5 (Death)

0

–

Total

8/45 (17.8%)

–

Late complications (90 days – 12 months)*

5/33 (15.2%)

(i) 3x bladder neck contractures requiring 1 or more cystoscopy + optical dilation

 (ii) 1x Hemolock clip protruding into anastomosis causing LUTS

 (iii) 1x Small bowel obstruction (resolved with conservative management) due to adhesions in the same man who underwent laparotomy < 90 days.