Every year, abstract submitters to the ERUS meeting stand a chance to win a prize for their research. Since 2018, ERUS also awards a career prize, the John Wickham Award, to a surgeon who has made a significant contribution to robotic surgery.
2023
| Best poster ERUS23 | ||
| 1. | Dr. F. Pellegrino, Milan (IT) | PE20 – The impact of positive surgical margins on long term survival after robot assisted radical prostatectomy: 20 years’ report from the EAU Robotic Urology Section (ERUS) Scientific Working Group |
| 2. | C. Andrea Bravi, Melle (BE) | PE26 – Robot-assisted radical prostatectomy performed with different robotic platforms: First comparative evidence between DaVinci and Hugo RAS robots |
| 3. | N. Soputro, Cleveland (US) | PE40 – Complications of Single-Port Robotic Radical Prostatectomy: A Multi-Institutional Report from the Single-Port Advanced Research Consortium (SPARC) |
| Best video ERUS23 | ||
| 1. | T. Akkaya, Düsseldorf (DE) | VE84 – Robotic bilateral nephroureterectomy with en bloc cystectomy |
| 2. | D. Duarte Jr., Porto Alegre (BR) | VE85 – REALITATEM – Mixed Reality in Robotic Partial Nephrectomy |
| 3. | T.B. Yuvaraja, Mumbai (IN) | VE44 – A modified hood technique – continence preserving robotic radical prostatectomy |
| Best poster Junior ERUS-YAU 2023 | ||
| 1. | F. Di Maida, Florence (IT) | PJY18 – Stentless Florence Robotic Intracorporeal Neobladder (FloRIN), a feasibility prospective randomized clinical trial |
| Best video Junior ERUS-YAU 2023 | ||
| 1. | Dr. A. Uleri, Barcelona (ES) | VJY17 – Trans and retroperitoneal robot-assisted partial nephrectomy with HugoTM RAS system: Surgical settings and preliminary results |
| Wickham award 2023 | ||
| P. Dasgupta, London (GB) | ||
2022
| Best poster ERUS22 | ||
| 1. | K-F. Kowalewski, Mannheim (DE) | PE38: Randomized controlled phase II trial of ROBOtic-assisted versus conventional open partial nephrectomy: The ROBOCOP II study |
| 2. | E. Checcucci, Candiolo (IT) | PE12: Is an artificial intelligence based system feasible to alert the surgeon of active bleeding during robotic prostatectomy? Results of a preliminary study |
| 3. | C.M. Haney, Leipzig (DE) | PE32: Quality of life after robotic-assisted and laparoscopic radical prostatectomy: Results of a multicenter randomized controlled trial (LAP-01) |
| Best video ERUS22 | ||
| 1. | P. De Backer, Melle (BE) | VE64: Augmented reality instrument detection: Enabling 3D model-instrument interaction through deep learning |
| 2. | L. Polaina Barroso, Barcelona (ES) | VE20: A multicentre clinical trial evaluating the safety and performance of a drop-in gamma probe for sentinel lymph node dissection in prostate cancer |
| 3. | A. Abella Serra, Barcelona (ES) | VE11: Orthotopic robot-assisted kidney transplantation: Step-by-step |
| Best poster Junior ERUS-YAU 2022 | ||
| 1. | C. Andrea Bravi, Melle (BE) | PJY01 – Robot-assisted radical prostatectomy with HUGO RAS robotic platform: First case series from an European high-volume robotic center |
| Best video Junior ERUS-YAU 2022 | ||
| 1. | E. Alonso Mediavilla, Santander (ES) | VJY01 – Transobturator tape (TOT) removal by combined vaginal and abdominal robotic-assisted laparoscopic approaches |
| Wickham award 2022 | ||
| R. Gaston, Bordeaux (FR) | ||
2021
| Best poster ERUS-DRUS21 | ||
| 1. | S. Puliatti, Modena (IT) | PE53: A prospective, randomized, multi-centre trial on the efficiency and effectiveness of proficiency based progression robotic surgical skills training |
| 2. | A.E. Canda, Istanbul (TR) | PE27: Lymph node dissection during robotic radical prostatectomy for prostate cancer with ICG-fluorescence guidance |
| 3. | B. Eddy, Canterburgy-Kent (GB) | PE31: The impact of definition on reporting of post prostatectomy incontinence following robot assisted radical prostatectomy – A series of 1000 cases |
| Best video ERUS-DRUS21 | ||
| 1. | P. Diana, Barcelona (ES) | VE03: Intracorporeal versus extracorporeal robot-assisted kidney auto transplantation: Experience of the ERUS RAKT working group |
| 2. | J. Gaya Sopena, Barcelona (ES) | VE12: Robotic-assisted inguinal lymphadenectomy for penile cancer: Step-by-step technique |
| 3. | M. Covas Moschovas, Celebration (US) | VE13: SP approach to radical prostatectomy: Step-by-step technique comparing the Xi and SP consoles |
| Best poster Junior ERUS-YAU 2021 | ||
| 1. | Y.G. Tan, Singapore (SG) | PJY01: Supervised machine learning algorithms demonstrate comparative advantage over nomograms in predicting biochemical recurrence after robotic assisted radical prostatectomy |
| Best video Junior ERUS-YAU 2021 | ||
| 1. | H. Ayerra Pérez, Vitoria (ES) | VJY01: Distal ureterectomy and ureteral reimplantation by a robot-assisted laparoscopic approach |
| Wickham award 2021 | ||
| A. Mottrie, Aalst (BE) | ||
| ERUS Olympics Contest | ||
| 1. | V. Lorusso, Milan (IT) | |
2019
| Best poster ERUS19 | ||
| 1. | A. Larcher, Milan (IT) | PE49: The ERUS curriculum for robot-assisted partial nephrectomy: Structure definition and pilot clinical calidation |
| 2. | N. Pavan, Palermo (IT) | PE39: Developing a nomogram for prediction of early urinary continence after robotic prostatectomy incorporating patient, MRI and operative factors |
| 3. | A.E. Canda, Istanbul (TR) | PE81: 3D real time image reproduction of the prostate: Can it be used on virtual reality (VR) headsets and/or tilepro of Da Vinci surgical system as a guide during robotic radical prostatectomy? |
| Best video ERUS19 | ||
| 1. | M. Covas Moschovas, Celebration (US) | VE02: Salvage robot-assisted laparoscopic prostatectomy: tips and tricks for challenges due to different primary treatments |
| 2. | F. Porpiglia, Turin (IT) | VE16: Three-dimensional augmented reality transperitoneal robot assisted partial nephrectomy (3d ar-rapn): a new tool to identify the hidden tumours |
| 3. | G.K. Pooleri, Kochi (IN) | VE38: Robot assisted supine extra peritoneal approach for RPLND |
| Best poster Junior ERUS-YAU 2019 | ||
| 1. | Y.G. Tan, Singapore (SG) | PJY07: The benefit of robotic surgery in a contemporary practice of radical cystectomy with ERAS protocols – propensity score adjusted analysis of peri-operative outcomes |
| Best video Junior ERUS-YAU 2019 | ||
| 1. | L. Bianchi, Bologna (IT) | VJY03: 3D digital reconstruction of renal model to improve preoperative planning of robot assisted partial nephrectomy |
| Wickham award 2019 | ||
| W. Artibani, Verona (IT) | ||
2018
| Best poster ERUS18 | ||
| 1. | Y.O. Danacioglu, Istanbul (TR) | PE72: Laparoscopy versus Robotic-assisted pyeloplasty in children: Preliminary results of a randomized controlled trial |
| 2. | N.N. Harke, Hannover (DE) | PE24: Improved early continence after early suprapubic tube removal compared to standard transurethral and suprapubic catheterization in robot-assisted radical prostatectomy: A prospective randomized trial |
| 3. | W. Song, Seoul (KR) | PE15: Intraoperative frozen section of doral vein for prediction of anterior extracapsular extension after robotic-assisted radical prostatectomy |
| Best video ERUS18 | ||
| 1. | F. Porpiglia, Turin (IT) | VE09: Robot-Assisted Radical Prostatectomy with 3D-based Augmented Reality |
| 2. | B. Van Parys, Ghent (BE) | VE38: Robot-assisted Kidney Autotransplantation (RAKAT): A minimal invasive way to salvage kidneys |
| 3. | N. Pokala, Missouri (US) | VE14: Robotic reconstruction of the inferior vena cava with bovine pericardial patch – Management of renal cell carcinoma with a level III tumor thrombus. |
| Best poster Junior ERUS-YAU 2018 | ||
| 1. | E.R.P. Collette, Arnhem (NL) | PJY11: Development and internal-external validation of a multivariable prediction model for preoperative assessment of positive lymph nodes during robot assisted prostatectomy in two Dutch high volume robotic centers |
| Best video Junior ERUS-YAU 2018 | ||
| 1. | H. Crawford-Smith, London (GB) | VJY03: Video demonstration of robot assisted extirpation of a phaeochromocytoma from the urinary bladder |
| Wickham award 2018 | ||
| C-C. Abbou, Paris (FR) | ||
2017
| Best poster ERUS17 | ||
| 1. | F. Porpiglia, Turin (IT) | PE15: Prospective randomised controlled trial comparing laparoscopic versus robot-assisted radical prostatectomy: Long term complications and quality of life outcomes after five years follow-up |
| 2. | J. Collins, London (GB) | PE75: A multi-centre review of neoadjuvant chemotherapy administration rates related to Robotic-assisted Radical Cystectomy and the impact on pathological staging |
| 3. | A. Larcher, Milan (IT) | PE58: Perioperative morbidity and complications after robot-assisted and open surgery partial nephrectomy: An observational prospective study |
| Best video ERUS17 | ||
| 1. | F. Dal Moro, Padova (IT) | VE03: P.L.E.A.T. – Preventing lymphocele ensuring absorption transperitoneally: A novel robotic technique |
| 2. | R. De Groote, Aalst (BE) | VE33: Robotic assisted simple prostatectomy versus holmium laser enucleation of the prostate for lower urinary tract symptoms in patients with large volume prostate: a comparative analysis from a high volume center and analysis of the surgical technique |
| 3. | F. Porpiglia, Turin (IT) | VE13: Hyper-accuracy 3D-rendering of renal vasculature is able to facilitates performance of selective clamping during Robot Assisted Partial Nephrectomy |
| Best poster Junior ERUS-YAU 2017 | ||
| 1. | A.E. Canda, Ankara (TR) | PJY05: Use of bidirectional barbed suture only versus PDS suture with posterior rhabdosphincter reconstruction for urethro-vesical anastomosis during robotic radical prostatectomy: Any impact on cystographic leakage, duration of catheterization and urinary continence? |
| 2. | S. Waigankar, Mumbai (IN) | PJY11: Pentafecta outcomes of robotic partial nephrectomy for T1b renal masses: Single institute-single surgeon retrospective analysis |
| 3. | R.V. Tiwari, Singapore (SG) | PJY09: The role of computer tomography (CT) calculated intra-parenchymal tumour volume (IPV) in assessment of patients undergoing partial nephrectomy |
| Best video Junior ERUS-YAU 2017 | ||
| 1. | C. Würnschimmel, Lucerne (CH) | VJY02: Standardized and simplified extended pelvic lymph node dissection during robot-assisted radical prostatectomy: The monoblock technique |
| 2. | R. De Groote, Aalst (BE) | VJY19: Robot-assisted laparoscopic left dismembered pyeloplasty with transperitoneal kidney stone extraction in a horseshoe kidney: Tips and tricks |
| 3. | E. Di Trapani, Milan (IT) | VJY22: Robot assisted retroperitoneal lymph node dissection for non seminomatous germ cell testicular cancer: Initial experience of a high volume center |
| Junior ERUS Simulator Olympics Contest supported by Intuitive | ||
| Gold | E.R.P. Collette, Arnhem (NL) | |
| Silver | P. Klumpen, Essen (DE) | |
| Bronze | B. Dias, Bangalore (IN) | |
2016
| Best poster ERUS16 | ||
| 1. | G. Ogaya-Pinies, Celebration (US) | PE47: Can dehydrated human amnion/chorion membrane accelerates the return to potency after a nerve sparing robotic-assisted radical prostatectomy? And if so, it is safe? Propensity score–matched analysis |
| 2. | T.Y. Shin, Chuncheon (KR) | PE22: Mathematical formula of RAIV (resected and ischemized volume) can predict renal function after minimally-invasive nephron sparing surgery: Multi-institutional analysis |
| 3. | J. Linxweiler, Homburg/Saar (DE) | PE81: Robotic salvage-lymphadenectomy for nodal-only recurrences after local curative prostate cancer treatment: Perioperative and early oncological outcomes |
| Best video ERUS16 | ||
| 1. | G. Ogaya-Pinies, Celebration (US) | VE41: Salvage robotic-assisted Laparoscopic Prostatectomy: Single surgeon experience |
| 2. | C. Michiels, Bordeaux (FR) | VE22: Implementation of segmentation and 3D imaging reconstructions for live surgical guidance of robot-assisted partial nephrectomy |
| 3. | R. Ballestero Diego, Santander (ES) | VE58: Robotic management by bilateral ureteric re-implantation in an ileal conduit |
| Best poster Junior ERUS-YAU 2016 | ||
| 1. | N. Raison, London (GB) | PJY07: Competency based training for virtual reality simulation in robotic surgery |
| 2. | T. Wood, London (GB) | PJY04: Development and validation of a tool for training and assessment of non-technical skills in robot assisted surgery |
| 3. | A.N. Sridhar, London (GB) | PJY14: Modular training in robot assisted radical prostatectomy shortens the learning curve without causing adverse patient outcomes |
| Best video Junior ERUS-YAU 2016 | ||
| 1. | A. Russo, Milan (IT) | VJY05: Multiparametric magnetic resonance imaging in fusion with transrectal ultrasound for targeted prostate biopsy by BioJet™ System. Technical details and results |
| 2. | A.E. Canda, Ankara (TR) | VJY01: Occurrence, recognition and repair of rectal injury during robotic radical prostatectomy |
2015
| Best poster ERUS15 | ||
| 1. | J. Collins, London (GB) | PE13: Complications after totally intracorporeal robot-assisted radical cystectomy: Results from the ERUS scientific working group |
| 2. | R. Sanchez-Salas, Paris (FR) | PE31: Evolution from laparoscopic to robotic nephron sparing surgery – a high volume laparoscopic center experience on achieving ‘TRIFECTA’ outcomes |
| 3. | G. Gandaglia, Milan (IT) | PE18: Comparative effectiveness of robot assisted vs. open radical prostatectomy in intermediate and high-risk patients |
| Best video ERUS15 | ||
| 1. | L. Dutto, London (GB) | VE24: Common pitfalls and surgical errors in robotic assisted radical prostatectomy: Lessons learned after 7000 cases |
| 2. | N. Doumerc, Toulouse (FR) | VE12: Robot assisted laparoscopiec kidney transplantation following vaginal insertion with a living donor graft: Surgical technique |
| 3. | G. Pini, Milan (IT) | VE05: Robotic assisted extended pelvic lymph node dissection (ePLND) in bladder cancer. Technique step-by-step |
| Best poster Junior ERUS-YAU 2015 | ||
| 1. | K. Ahmed, London (GB) | PJY12: Multi-institutional development and validation of the RARP score for training and assessment |
| 2. | P. Salwa, Gronau (DE) | PJY08 Single surgeon perioperative and early continence results of initial 52 cases after graduating ‘ERUS Robotic Urology Curriculum Fellowship’ (Pilot Study II) for robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP) |
| 3. | A. Aydin, London (GB) | PJY04: Simulation-based robotic surgery training: Validation of the RobotiX mentor simulator |
| Best video Junior ERUS-YAU 2015 | ||
| 1. | S. Yalcin, Ankara (TR) | VJY01: Robot assisted laparoscopic left ureteral reimplantation for uretero-vesical stricture |
| 2. | G. Morales Higelmo, San Sebastian (ES) | VJY06: Laparoscopic robot-assisted heminephrectomy in a patient with left duplex collector system and ectopic uretrocele to vagina |
| 3. | J. Fuentes Pastor, London (GB) | VJY04: Tips and tricks in robotic prostatectomy: Appropriate endoscope selection to bail you out of challenging cases |
2014
| Best poster ERUS14 | ||
| 1. | N.N. Harke, Hannover (DE) | PE01: Improved short-term renal function after robot-assisted partial nephrectomy with selective arterial clamping – a matched pair analysis for preoperative GFR |
| 2. | J. Collins, London (GB) | PE02: Survival outcomes after robot-assisted radical cystectomy: Results from the international robotic cystectomy |
| 3. | G. Kleinjan, Amsterdam (NL) | PE03: Improvement of fluorescence-based sentinel node detection during a combined sentinel node biopsy, extended pelvic lymph node dissection and robot-assisted radical prostatectomy procedure |
| Best video ERUS14 | ||
| 1. | M. Musch, Essen (DE) | VE01: Robot-assisted ureteral reimplantation using the psoas hitch technique – important surgical steps |
| 2. | J. Krude, Essen (DE) | VE02: Robot-assisted en-bloc radical cystectomy with nephroureterectomy and intracorporal urinary diversion by seven patients with muscle-invasive bladder cancer and upper urinary tract urothelial cell carcinoma. Single-center experience |
| 3. | J. Rassweiler, Heilbronn (DE) | VE03: Robotic flexible ureteroscopy, safety, effectivity and an early results |
| Best poster Junior ERUS-YAU 2014 | ||
| 1. | Y. Al Salhi, Latina (IT) | PYJ01: A new intraoperative modular training system for the learning curve in robotic surgery |
| 2. | C. Lovegrove, Oxford (GB) | PYJ02: Development and validation of the checklist based assessment tool for robot assisted radical prostatectomy |
| 3. | S. Tyritzis, Athens (GR) | PYJ03: Prevalence and predictors of thromboembolic events in patients undergoing lymph node dissection during radical prostatectomy |
| Best video Junior ERUS-YAU 2014 | ||
| 1. | C. Wagner, Gronau (DE) | VYJ03: Robot-assisted radical nephroureterectomy in an ectopic pelvic kidney |
| 2. | A.E. Canda, Istanbul (TR) | VYJ01: Robotic off-clamp zero ischemia partial nephrectomy in small, peripherally located, exophytic renal mass is safe and feasible |
| 3. | J. Collins, London (GB) | VYJ02: Image guided robotic partial cystectomy using flexible cystoscopy and tile pro |
| Junior ERUS Simulator Olympics Contest supported by Intuitive | ||
| 1. | W. Everaerts, Leuven (BE) | |