Weekend HoLEP Cases and Robotic System Review

This weekend I performed several HoLEP cases using Holmium laser enucleation. I also observed the Andromeda Surgical robotic enucleation system. I discussed the technology with Nick Damian. The system enables robotic enucleation procedures. I examined the specific technical features of the platform. We reviewed the instrument capabilities and the surgical workflow. The weekend was dedicated to clinical work and technical education regarding this equipment. I noted the procedural steps involved in the robotic approach. I reviewed the documentation provided by the manufacturer.

Live Surgical Case at Canary Islands Meeting

I presented a live surgical case at the Canary Islands urology society meeting. The patient presented with a 250 cc prostate. I performed a smooth enucleation using the Holmium laser. During the morcellation phase, the procedure became challenging due to the presence of large stones, which I describe as beach balls. Despite the volume, the enucleation proceeded without complications. I completed the morcellation safely. The surgical video is available online for review. I demonstrated specific techniques to manage the difficult morcellation in large glands. This case covers the management of high-volume prostates.

Congress of the Canary Islands Urology Society

I attended the Canary Islands Urology Society Conference. The organization was excellent. I listened to outstanding presentations by Drs. Rodriguez Socarrás and Richard Gaston. Both shared complex clinical cases and discussed updated surgical techniques. The explanations were clear and direct. The session was very dynamic and allowed for an exchange of experiences with colleagues from the region. I actively participated in the discussion following the presentations. The atmosphere was professional and focused on daily clinical practice. The quality of the presentations justified my attendance.

Incorrect Photo on Uroweb Platform

I registered on the ERUS23 website to view the live surgical cases scheduled for the congress. During my search, I was checking the archive for my presentations from the previous EAU meeting. I found a profile page where the photo displayed was not mine. I do not recognize the person shown in the image. It appears the organizers used a different picture for my session details on the Uroweb platform.

There seems to be an error with the attendee identification on the site. The event features multiple live surgical cases from international centers. This is a minor administrative issue during a large international gathering. The surgical content remains the focus of the event. I will continue to follow the program as planned.

Visitors from Spain Observe Advanced HoLEP Techniques

Visitors this week to our operating room came from Barcelona, Cádiz, and Galicia. We performed a Re-do procedure, an ejaculation-preserving median lobe resection, and four En-bloc HoLEPs. The visitors observed these procedures firsthand.