Teng-Aik Ong

Prof. Dr. Ong Teng Aik is a senior urologist and Professor of Surgery at the Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Malaya, Malaysia. A Fellow of the Academy of Sciences Malaysia and the Academy of Medicine Malaysia, he has contributed extensively to urologic oncology, particularly in prostate and bladder cancer. He has held key administrative roles, including Deputy Dean and Head of Department, and currently chairs the Robotic Surgery Committee and the newly established Digital Health Unit of the Universiti Malaya Medical Centre. Prof. Ong has served on international boards such as the Société Internationale d'Urologie (SIU) & Urological Association of Asia (UAA) and led national efforts as President of the Malaysian Urological Association. A prolific academic, he has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications and received multiple awards for service excellence and academic contribution. His work spans clinical leadership, education, and strategic development in urology and digital health, making him a respected voice in the regional and global urological community.

14th August 2025

Time Session
08:30
17:00
  • Opening Remarks
    Tai-Lung ChaTaiwan Speaker Novel Target for GU Cancer Metastasis and TherapeuticsCancer progression is shaped by both cell-intrinsic adaptations and complex extrinsic interactions within the tumor microenvironment (TME). Here, we identify a transmembrane protein, Meta1, as a shared therapeutic target that exhibits a Janus-like role: promoting malignant phenotypes in cancer cells while restraining tumor-supportive functions in non-cancerous stromal and immune cells. Meta1 is expressed in both compartments of the TME, orchestrating a dual program that supports metastasis and immune evasion. Mechanistically, we uncovered a malignancy-promoting factor (MPF) that acts as a functional ligand for Meta1, selectively enhancing pro-invasive signaling in cancer cells. We further identify Meta1 as an unconventional G protein–coupled receptor (GPCR) that plays as an accelerator in cancer cells of the TME. Meta1 interacts with Rho-GDI and Gαq to activate RhoA-mediated cytoskeletal remodeling and amoeboid migration, facilitating metastatic dissemination. We further identify MPF binding to Meta1 initiates Gβγ signaling, elevating intracellular cAMP and activating Rap1, thereby amplifying cell motility and metastatic potential. Leveraging the Meta1–MPF interaction, we designed MPF-derived peptides that specifically bind Meta1 and serve as the basis for a novel peptide-based PROTAC, which efficiently induces degradation of Meta1 and abrogates its pro-metastatic functions. Our study unveils Meta1 as an atypical GPCR with canonical signaling capacity and topological divergence, representing a shared and targetable vulnerability that bridges cancer cell-intrinsic adaptation with extrinsic TME communication. These findings establish the Meta1–MPF axis as a compelling therapeutic target for suppressing metastasis and reprogramming the TME.
    Ponco BirowoIndonesia Speaker Pressure Management Strategy in RIRS using Tidor System
    Allen W. ChiuTaiwan Speaker Reflecting on the Past, Shaping the Present, and Envisioning the Future of UAASince 1990, the Urological Association of Asia (UAA) has stood as a beacon of collaboration, innovation, and advancement in urology in Asia. As we reflect on its evolution, acknowledge its current impact, and envision its future, it becomes clear that the UAA has played - and will continue to play - a pivotal role in shaping urological care, education, and research throughout Asia. Reflecting on the path we’ve traveled together from 16 member associations and 1,000 individual members in 2014 to 28 member associations and over 4,500 individual members today - I see more than growth. I see unity, commitment, and a shared belief in something bigger than ourselves. A defining milestone was enrolling the Urological Society of Australia and New Zealand into the UAA, further enriching our diversity and strengthening our position as a truly Asia-Pacific organization. The UAA proudly supports several journals, including the International Journal of Urology, the Indian Journal of Urology, Asian Urology, which continue to shape the academic discourse. The Asian Urological Resident Course (AURC) started in 2014, in collaboration with the American Urological Association, has become a cornerstone in nurturing clinical excellence among young urologists. The Young Leadership Forum, since 2012, developed in partnership with the European Urological Association, has fostered cross-continental mentorship and exchange. These initiatives symbolize our commitment to creating a future shared across borders. We have faced challenges under the impact of COVID-19, but conquered it with resilience and shared purpose. As healthcare needs evolve and patient expectations rise, the UAA aims to: 1. Promote regional research 2. Enhance training and education 3. Strengthen partnerships 4. Champion equity in healthcare.Complex Robotic Assisted Surgery for Urinary Fistula RepairRobotic-assisted (da Vinci) surgery is increasingly used for repair of urinary fistulas, including vesicovaginal, ureterovaginal, and enterovesical fistula. It offers a minimally invasive alternative to open surgery. A case report described using the da Vinci X system to fix a vesicovaginal fistula (VVF) post-hysterectomy in 105 min with no complications, a 2 day hospital stay, and excellent patient reported quality-of-life at 12 months. A literature review including 30 cases showed robotic repair of VVF reduced blood loss and shortened hospital stays by 2 days compared to open repair. A review found that robotic repair of complex urinary fistulas is technically feasible in expert hands, with good early outcomes and less morbidity than open techniques. This presentation illustrated the key operative procedures, inlcuding ureteral catheter placement to identify the ureteral tract, anchoring stitches on opened urinary bladder wall, robotic excision of the fistula tract, layered closure of bladder wall and adjacent organ (vagina or colon), with or without Interposition of tissue flaps (e.g. omentum or peritoneal flaps) to reinforce repair. The robot provides precise and secure ileal isolation with ICG technique for the ileal isolation, and and intracorporeal anastomosis to ureter and urinary bladder are safe. Intracorporeal bowel re-anastomosis and accessibility of the da Vinci platform is becoming more popular. The isolated ileal technique provides good urinary reconstruction (e.g., Neobladder, Augmentation Cystoplasty Ileal conduit (Bricker’s procedure), Orthotopic neobladder (Studer, Hautmann, etc.) The Role of the robot to harvestest, detubularize, and fold ileum to form bladder substitute. Suture to urethra and ureters. It is often performed entirely intracorporeally with the da Vinci Xi system.
    Yen-Chuan OuTaiwan Speaker ARUS–PRUS Partnership Ceremony: A New Chapter in Asia Robotic Urology CollaborationAquablation Revolutionizing BPH Treatment: A New Era of Minimally Invasive Therapy-Tungs' Taichung Metroharbor Hospital ExperienceExperience of 100 Consecutive Hugo Robotic Radical ProstatectomiesTotal Solution of Maintenance of Urinary and Sex Function during Robotic Radical ProstatectomyTotal Solution of Maintenance of Urinary and Sex Function during Robotic Radical Prostatectomy
  • ARUS–PRUS Partnership Ceremony: A New Chapter in Asia Robotic Urology Collaboration
    Jason Lui LetranPhilippines Speaker ARUS–PRUS Partnership Ceremony: A New Chapter in Asia Robotic Urology Collaboration
    Yen-Chuan OuTaiwan Speaker ARUS–PRUS Partnership Ceremony: A New Chapter in Asia Robotic Urology CollaborationAquablation Revolutionizing BPH Treatment: A New Era of Minimally Invasive Therapy-Tungs' Taichung Metroharbor Hospital ExperienceExperience of 100 Consecutive Hugo Robotic Radical ProstatectomiesTotal Solution of Maintenance of Urinary and Sex Function during Robotic Radical ProstatectomyTotal Solution of Maintenance of Urinary and Sex Function during Robotic Radical Prostatectomy
  • Session 1: Advances in Robotic Surgery
    Allen W. ChiuTaiwan Moderator Reflecting on the Past, Shaping the Present, and Envisioning the Future of UAASince 1990, the Urological Association of Asia (UAA) has stood as a beacon of collaboration, innovation, and advancement in urology in Asia. As we reflect on its evolution, acknowledge its current impact, and envision its future, it becomes clear that the UAA has played - and will continue to play - a pivotal role in shaping urological care, education, and research throughout Asia. Reflecting on the path we’ve traveled together from 16 member associations and 1,000 individual members in 2014 to 28 member associations and over 4,500 individual members today - I see more than growth. I see unity, commitment, and a shared belief in something bigger than ourselves. A defining milestone was enrolling the Urological Society of Australia and New Zealand into the UAA, further enriching our diversity and strengthening our position as a truly Asia-Pacific organization. The UAA proudly supports several journals, including the International Journal of Urology, the Indian Journal of Urology, Asian Urology, which continue to shape the academic discourse. The Asian Urological Resident Course (AURC) started in 2014, in collaboration with the American Urological Association, has become a cornerstone in nurturing clinical excellence among young urologists. The Young Leadership Forum, since 2012, developed in partnership with the European Urological Association, has fostered cross-continental mentorship and exchange. These initiatives symbolize our commitment to creating a future shared across borders. We have faced challenges under the impact of COVID-19, but conquered it with resilience and shared purpose. As healthcare needs evolve and patient expectations rise, the UAA aims to: 1. Promote regional research 2. Enhance training and education 3. Strengthen partnerships 4. Champion equity in healthcare.Complex Robotic Assisted Surgery for Urinary Fistula RepairRobotic-assisted (da Vinci) surgery is increasingly used for repair of urinary fistulas, including vesicovaginal, ureterovaginal, and enterovesical fistula. It offers a minimally invasive alternative to open surgery. A case report described using the da Vinci X system to fix a vesicovaginal fistula (VVF) post-hysterectomy in 105 min with no complications, a 2 day hospital stay, and excellent patient reported quality-of-life at 12 months. A literature review including 30 cases showed robotic repair of VVF reduced blood loss and shortened hospital stays by 2 days compared to open repair. A review found that robotic repair of complex urinary fistulas is technically feasible in expert hands, with good early outcomes and less morbidity than open techniques. This presentation illustrated the key operative procedures, inlcuding ureteral catheter placement to identify the ureteral tract, anchoring stitches on opened urinary bladder wall, robotic excision of the fistula tract, layered closure of bladder wall and adjacent organ (vagina or colon), with or without Interposition of tissue flaps (e.g. omentum or peritoneal flaps) to reinforce repair. The robot provides precise and secure ileal isolation with ICG technique for the ileal isolation, and and intracorporeal anastomosis to ureter and urinary bladder are safe. Intracorporeal bowel re-anastomosis and accessibility of the da Vinci platform is becoming more popular. The isolated ileal technique provides good urinary reconstruction (e.g., Neobladder, Augmentation Cystoplasty Ileal conduit (Bricker’s procedure), Orthotopic neobladder (Studer, Hautmann, etc.) The Role of the robot to harvestest, detubularize, and fold ileum to form bladder substitute. Suture to urethra and ureters. It is often performed entirely intracorporeally with the da Vinci Xi system.
    Yen-Chuan OuTaiwan Moderator ARUS–PRUS Partnership Ceremony: A New Chapter in Asia Robotic Urology CollaborationAquablation Revolutionizing BPH Treatment: A New Era of Minimally Invasive Therapy-Tungs' Taichung Metroharbor Hospital ExperienceExperience of 100 Consecutive Hugo Robotic Radical ProstatectomiesTotal Solution of Maintenance of Urinary and Sex Function during Robotic Radical ProstatectomyTotal Solution of Maintenance of Urinary and Sex Function during Robotic Radical Prostatectomy
    Chi-Fai NgHong Kong, China Moderator Novel Robotic Surgery Platforms
  • Gang ZhuChina Speaker Enhancing Robotic Surgery with AI and Imaging Navigation: Bridging Precision and Efficiency
  • From Console to Cloud: The Evolution of Robotic Telesurgery in Urology – Innovations, Trials, and Ethical Frontiers
    Xu Zhang China Speaker From Console to Cloud: The Evolution of Robotic Telesurgery in Urology – Innovations, Trials, and Ethical FrontiersTelesurgery is an emerging branch of surgery that utilizes telecommunication technology and surgical robots to perform operations. It breaks the spatial constraints on the conduct of surgical procedures and represents a systematic innovation brought about by the intersection of new technologies and concepts such as robotic surgery, telecommunication, and artificial intelligence. It holds promise as a potential solution to the uneven distribution of medical resources. Currently, China's research in telesurgery has reached the forefront of the international stage. Building a high-quality disciplinary development ecosystem and a regional collaborative system for remote surgery will be the inevitable path to maintaining a leading position. Providing national-level project support for telesurgery, establishing a national-level joint innovation group, creating a regional medical consortium for remote surgery, and formulating legal norms and treatment guidelines will pave the way for the sustainable development of telesurgery in China. It is believed that with the strong support of the state, Chinese surgeons will seize the opportunity, lead the new wave of surgical development, integrate new telesurgery technologies into the national universal healthcare system, and benefit a large number of patients.
  • Open Surgery Training: Is It Necessary in the Era of Robotics?
    John DavisUnited States Speaker Open Surgery Training: Is It Necessary in the Era of Robotics?The Future of Surgical Skills Evaluation: What Is on Your Wish List?Tips and Tricks in Challenging Cases of Robotic Radical Prostatectomy
  • Hinotori Robotic System in Urological Surgery: Clinical Applications and Future Potential
    Ryoichi Shiroki Japan Speaker Surgical Robot-System hinotori in Urological Surgery: Clinical Applications and Future PotentialThe hinotori system was developed by Medicaroid, the partnership between Kawasaki, a leader in the industrial robots, and Sysmex, with its abundant expertise and networks in advanced medicine, released the first made-in-Japan RAS in 2020. The hinotori has been designed to reduce interference between arms and the surgeon at bedside. Equipped with four 8-axis robotic arms, providing smooth, highly articulated movements that mimic the human hand. In addition, docking-free design allows for a wide operative field around trocars, ensuring smooth workflows for surgeons and assistants. As a made-in-Japan system, it offers high adaptability to local clinical needs and faster implementation of user feedback. Since the first launch, more 90 systems have been installed for the clinical use, not only inside Japan but foreign countries such as Singapore and Malaysia. The first one was performed in December 2020 on prostatectomy. Since then, more than 100,000 cases performed, including urology GI surgery, gynecology and thoracic fields. In urological surgery, robot-assisted surgery has been widely and promptly accepted as a standard approach for the majority of major surgeries, including robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP), partial nephrectomy (RAPN), radical nephrectomy (RARN), radical nephroureterectomy (RANU), and radical cystectomy (RARC), and has generally shown findings superior to those of conventional open and laparoscopic surgeries In conclusion, hinotori is a cutting-edge Japanese surgical robot already in use at many medical institutions. With strong performance across various surgical specialties and growing insurance coverage, it is expected to benefit even more patients as its technology continues to evolve and its global presence expands.Comparison of Various Current Surgical Robotic Systems - Nuances, Advantages, & DrawbacksIn the field of urology, robotic surgery has gained rapid and wide acceptance as a standard surgical care in the majority of surgeries over the last decade. To date, the da Vinci surgical system has been the dominant platform in robotic surgery; however, several newly developed robotic systems have recently been introduced in routine clinical practice. We, Fujita, installed the four different kinds of robotic platform for clinical usage such as, daVinci Xi, SP, hinotori and Hugo. In this study, we want to analyze the perioperative outcomes of robotic radical prostatectomy (RARP) and characterize the differences between four platforms. hinotori : The hinotori system was developed by Medicaroid, the partnership between Kawasaki, a leader in the industrial robots, and Sysmex, with its abundant expertise and networks in advanced medicine, released the first made-in-Japan RAS in 2020. The hinotori has a compact operation arm with eight axes of motion, one more than the DaVinci, leading to reduce interference between arms and the surgeon at bedside. DaVinci SP : The characteristic of the SP system can operate one 3D flexible camera and three forceps through a single port, and various surgical access is possible without the external interference of the arms. The various complicated procedures have been feasible such as NOTES or transoral surgery through the narrow space without the large wound, and retroperitoneal approach like the prostatectomy and partial nephrectomy. SP system is expected to contribute to develop the high quality surgery with minimal invasiveness. Hugo : Hugo system (Medtronic) consists of an open-site console with two arm-controllers that are operated with a grip similar to a pistol. It also has a footswitch that controls the camera, energy source, and reserve arm. The system includes four separate arm carts, each with six joints to increase the range of motion. Additionally, it uses specific 3D glasses for head tracking technology. Despite a small case series, there seemed to need learning-curve to get familiar with systems in setting-up and surgical procedures in introductory-phase. However, all the surgical procedures were efficaciously and safely performed, resulting in the achievement of favorable perioperative outcomes surgically as well as oncologically. In conclusion, these new robots will lead to competition and reduce the costs of RAS and will contribute to an increase in use. Robotic-assisted surgery will become more common than laparoscopic surgery especially in the field of urology.
  • What's Next in Urologic Robotics in Asia: Future Perspectives
    Mario Gyung-Tak SungKorea (Republic of) Speaker What's Next in Urologic Robotics in Asia: Future PerspectivesAdvancement of Novel Instruments/Gadgets in Urological Robotic Surgery
  • Panel Discussion
  • Coffee Break
  • Session 2: Robotic Prostate Surgery
    Edmund ChiongSingapore Moderator Debate: Bladder Preservation Should Be Considered for All Cases of MIBC
    KoonHo RhaKorea (Republic of) Moderator Trend in Healthcare AI
    Jian-Ri LiTaiwan Moderator Applying Vision Augmentation in Robotic Surgery: Reality or FictionApplying Vision Augmentation in Robotic Surgery: Reality or Fiction
  • Lessons from 20,000 Robotic Prostatectomies: A Global Expert’s Perspective
    Vipul R. PatelUnited States Speaker Lessons from 20,000 Robotic Prostatectomies: A Global Expert’s PerspectiveTechnical Considerations for Large Prostates over 100gmsTelesurgery: The Future of Surgery
  • Aquablation Revolutionizing BPH Treatment: A New Era of Minimally Invasive Therapy-Tungs' Taichung Metroharbor Hospital Experience
    Yen-Chuan OuTaiwan Speaker ARUS–PRUS Partnership Ceremony: A New Chapter in Asia Robotic Urology CollaborationAquablation Revolutionizing BPH Treatment: A New Era of Minimally Invasive Therapy-Tungs' Taichung Metroharbor Hospital ExperienceExperience of 100 Consecutive Hugo Robotic Radical ProstatectomiesTotal Solution of Maintenance of Urinary and Sex Function during Robotic Radical ProstatectomyTotal Solution of Maintenance of Urinary and Sex Function during Robotic Radical Prostatectomy
  • Debulking the Primary: Robotic Cytoreductive Radical Prostatectomy
    Isaac KimUnited States Speaker Debulking the Primary: Robotic Cytoreductive Radical ProstatectomyUpdate on the Results of SIMCAP Study
  • Robotic Radical Prostatectomy: Trying to Fit the Right Surgery to the Right Patient
    Cheng-Kuang YangTaiwan Speaker Robotic Radical Prostatectomy: Trying to Fit the Right Surgery to the Right PatientDefinitive treatment for localized prostate cancer included radical prostatectomy and radiation. Successful criteria of radical prostatectomy have to meet oncology control, not persistent PSA after surgery without salvage therapy. MRI imaging stage and PSA density are predictors for short‐term BCR after prostatectomy. NCCN‐defined high‐risk patients with a high initial PSA 28 density, imaging stage (T3aN0M0 and T3bN0M0), and 29 pathologic stage (any N1) had a higher risk of BCR when 30 compared with other patients with undetectable PSA, while 31 those with pathologic stage (T3bN0M0 or any N1) displayed 32 a higher risk of postoperatively detectable PSA. These find‐ 33 ings may help urologists to identify patients for whom active 34 therapeutic protocols are necessary.
  • Single-Port vs. Multi-Port Robotic Prostatectomy: Balancing Innovation, Precision, and Outcomes
    Simone CrivellaroUnited States Speaker Single-Port vs. Multi-Port Robotic Prostatectomy: Balancing Innovation, Precision, and OutcomesThe Application & Limitation of Urological SP SurgerySingle Port Retroperitoneal Partial NephrectomySingle Port Prostate Surgery
  • Comparison of Hood technique vs Retzius sparing RARP: Beijing Hospital Experience.
    Ming LiuChina Speaker Comparison of Hood technique vs Retzius sparing RARP: Beijing Hospital Experience.
  • Panel Discussion
  • Lunch Break
  • Session 3: Robotic Kidney and Vascular Surgery
    Eddie ChanHong Kong, China Moderator How to Escape Surgical ComplicationsSurgical complications can significantly impact patient outcomes and healthcare resources. This talk will focus on practical strategies to minimize complications in urologic surgery, tailored specifically for urology fellows. Real-life case examples will illustrate how thoughtful preparation and proactive communication can prevent or mitigate complications. Additionally, we will discuss structured approaches to managing complications when they arise, including communication with the patient and team, documentation, and timely intervention. Through real-life case examples, this session aims to enhance surgical judgment, promote patient safety, and build confidence in complication management.
    Bannakij LojanapiwatThailand Moderator PSA Kinetics Following PADT in mHSPC. Is It a Real-World Tool for Predicting Oncologic Outcome?PSA Kinetics following Primary Androgen Deprivation Therapy (PADT) in mHSPC. Is it a Real-world Tool for Prediction Oncologic Outcome? Bannakij Lojanapiwat, M.D. Professor of Urology, Chiang Mai University, Thailand. Of recent guidelines, upfront primary androgen deprivation monotherapy or combination therapy (PADT) is recommended for the treatment of metastatic hormone sensitive prostate cancer (mHSPC). Limitation of real-world treatment such as culture difference, financial barrier, geographic access to treatment and high operation/ radiation risks associated with medical comorbidity led to underutilization of combination therapy as the standard guideline. Prognostic factors are important in clinical practice which can predict the clinical outcome that offer the pre-treatment counseling for patients to select the optimal treatment. Prostate specific antigen (PSA) levels is one of the important key prognostic markers. PSA kinetics of nadir PSA level and time to nadir PSA following the treatment are the important role for progression to CRPC and oncologic outcome. Our study and the previous studies reported better oncologic outcome especially overall survival, cancer specific survival and time to developed CRPC in mHSPC patients received upfront PADT who decline PSA≥95% (deep responder), PSA nadir ≤ 0.2 ng/ml (low PSA nadir level), time to PSA nadir ≥ 6 month and PSA decline velocity <11 ng/ml/month. PSA Kinetics following Primary Androgen Deprivation Therapy (PADT) is one of a real-world tool for prediction oncologic outcome in the treatment of mHSPC.
  • Expanding horizons: SP for complex RAPN
    Ketan BadaniUnited States Speaker Expanding horizons: SP for complex RAPNThe Future of Urological Robotic SurgerySingle-Port Robotic Partial Nephrectomy for Multiple or Large Renal TumorsHow to Standardize Training by AI-Learning from The Best Practice of Urological Robotic SurgerySP Partial Nephrectomy
  • Partial Nephrectomy: Managing Complications and Challenging Cases
    Hsiao-Jen ChungTaiwan Speaker Partial Nephrectomy: Managing Complications and Challenging Cases
  • Robotic IVC Thrombectomy: Expanding the Role of Robotics in Vascular Involvement
    Xuepei ZhangChina Speaker Robotic IVC Thrombectomy: Expanding the Role of Robotics in Vascular Involvement
  • Panel Discussion
  • Session 4: Robotic Reconstructive Surgery
    Jason Lui LetranPhilippines Moderator ARUS–PRUS Partnership Ceremony: A New Chapter in Asia Robotic Urology Collaboration
    Pai-Fu WangTaiwan Moderator
  • Robotic Sacrocolpopexy: Techniques, Challenges, and Long-Term Outcomes
    Jimmy NomuraJapan Speaker Robotic Sacrocolpopexy: Techniques, Challenges, and Long-Term Outcomes
  • Robotic Vesico-Rectal and Vesico-Vaginal Repair: Innovations in Complex Fistula Management
    Narasimhan RagavanIndia Speaker Robotic Vesico-Rectal and Vesico-Vaginal Repair: Innovations in Complex Fistula ManagementWe will be presenting our work on Vesicle vaginal fistula . We have described this as Chennai technique .
  • Robotic Ureteral Reconstruction: Managing Strictures and Injuries
    Xuesong LiChina Speaker Robotic Ureteral Reconstruction: Managing Strictures and Injuries
  • Panel Discussion
  • Coffee Break
  • Session 5: Robotic Bladder Surgery
    Masatoshi EtoJapan Moderator Current Status & Future Perspective of Surgery Navigation in Robotic Surgery
    Jeremy TeohHong Kong, China Moderator Transurethral En Bloc Resection of Bladder Tumor: Where Are We Now?There is increasing evidence that transurethral en bloc resection of bladder tumour (ERBT) could lead to better peri-operative and oncological outcomes in patients with non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer. Modified approaches of ERBT have also been proposed to expand its indications for larger bladder tumours. The quality of resection is also the key for bladder-sparing treatment for muscle-invasive bladder cancer. We foresee an exciting journey ahead for ERBT, and as a urologist, we must embrace this novel technique for the best interest of our bladder cancer patients. To Publish or not to Publish? Navigating the path to academia in urologyDoing good science is the basis for technological advancement in healthcare. However, pursuing a path to academic in urology is often tough, stressful and frustrating. In this talk, I will share with you what I have learnt throughout my 15 years of research work. I will let you know what's the best and fastest way to become a globally renowned and successful researcher. Most importantly, I will explain what it takes to develop a great team and create a positive impact in people's lives. Believe in yourself! If I can do it, so can you.SIU Lecture: Role of MISTs in Male LUTS Surgical Management (Will TUR-P/ Laser Prostatectomy be Replaced?)Transurethral resection of prostate (TURP) is the current gold standard in treating patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia. Laser prostatectomy has also been used widely especially in patients who are on anticoagulants. However, both TURP and laser prostatectomy are associated with several problems including the need of spinal / general anaesthesia and the risk of male sexual dysfunction. In the past decade, we have witnessed the introduction of multiple new technologies including Rezum, Urolift, iTind and Aquablation. in this SIU lecture, we will discuss about the technical details, as well as the pros and cons of every new technology. We will also invite you to be our jury and decide whether TURP and laser prostatectomy will be replaced in the future. Novel Intravesical Therapeutics in the Evolving Landscape of NMIBCNon-muscle-invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC) is well known to be a difficult disease to manage, with a 1-year recurrence rate of up to 61% and 5-year recurrence rate of 78%. Despite the use of intravesical BCG therapy, NMIBC patients may still experience recurrence and develop what we call BCG-unresponsive NMIBC. Conventionally, we offer upfront radical cystectomy for patients with BCG-unresponsive NMIBC, however, this is an ultra-major surgery with significant risk of complications and could also lead to significant deterioration in quality of life in the long run. We are in urgent need for novel therapies to manage this difficult condition. In this lecture, we will discuss the evidence on the different novel intravesical therapies in treating BCG-unresponsive NMIBC. SIU Lecture: Role of MISTs in Male LUTS Surgical Management (Will TUR-P/ Laser Prostatectomy be Replaced?)
    Rajeev KumarIndia Moderator Troubleshooting in Endoscopic Stone Surgery: How to Handle Unexpected Challenges in RIRS and ECIRSProstate Cancer Nomograms and Their Application in Asian MenNomograms help to predict outcomes in individual patients rather than whole populations and are an important part of evaluation and treatment decision making. Various nomograms have been developed in malignancies to predict and prognosticate clinical outcomes such as severity of disease, overall survival, and recurrence-free survival. In prostate cancer, nomograms were developed for determining need for biopsy, disease course, need for adjuvant therapy, and outcomes. Most of these predictive nomograms were based on Caucasian populations. Prostate cancer is significantly affected by race, and Asian men have a significantly different racial and genetic susceptibility compared to Caucasians, raising the concern about the generalizability of these nomograms. There are very few studies that have evaluated the applicability and validity of the existing nomograms in in Asian men. Most have found significant differences in the performance in this population. Thus, relying on such nomograms for treating Asian men may not be appropriate and collaborative efforts are required within Asian countries to develop locally relevant nomograms.What Is Critical Appraisal?Critical appraisal is the process of systematically evaluating research studies to assess their validity, relevance, and trustworthiness. The goal is to determine whether a study’s results are credible and useful for clinical decision-making, research, or policy. This has become increasingly important as there has been a massive increase in the number of scientific journals and not all published research is of equal quality. Critical appraisal helps healthcare professionals avoid being misled by poor-quality studies, make evidence-based decisions and improve patient outcomes. The key purposes are to assess validity of the study and its results and determine applicability to the specific population. It involves assessing the study design, methodological quality, completeness of reporting, potential sources of bias and potential for misconduct. There are number of reporting guidelines that can be used for performing critical appraisal. Additionally, being aware of essential reporting standards and common problems with studies can help readers make informed decisions.Scientific Misconduct and PitfallsNo abstractExample of the “Ideal” AbstractNo Abstract
  • Mastering the Details: Tips and Tricks on Robotic Radical Cystectomy
    Kittinut KijvikaiThailand Speaker Robotic Surgery: Past, Present and Future PerspectivesMastering the Details: Tips and Tricks on Robotic Radical Cystectomy
  • Step-by-Step: Intra-Corporeal Orthotopic Bladder Creation
    Wei-Yu LinTaiwan Speaker Step-by-Step: Intra-Corporeal Orthotopic Bladder CreationIntra-corporeal orthotopic neobladder creation is a technically demanding yet feasible procedure performed following robotic radical cystectomy. Using a 40–50 cm segment of ileum, the bowel is isolated, detubularized along the antimesenteric border, and configured into a low-pressure reservoir. Urethro-ileal anastomosis is carefully performed to ensure a tension-free, watertight connection, followed by uretero-ileal anastomoses using the Wallace technique with ureteral stent placement. The intra-corporeal approach minimizes bowel handling, facilitates faster recovery, and preserves pelvic anatomy, offering potential advantages in continence and postoperative outcomes when performed by experienced robotic surgeons.
  • Robotic Pelvic LN Dissection: A critical Component of Bladder Cancer Surgery
    Noor Ashani Md YusoffMalaysia Speaker Technical Pearls: Node Dissection in Robotic CystectomyHighlight and Limitation in Urology Service in MalaysiaRobotic Pelvic LN Dissection: A critical Component of Bladder Cancer Surgery
  • Panel Discussion
  • Honoring the Past, Embracing the Future: ARUS Business Session and Presidential Handover
    Xu Zhang China Speaker From Console to Cloud: The Evolution of Robotic Telesurgery in Urology – Innovations, Trials, and Ethical FrontiersTelesurgery is an emerging branch of surgery that utilizes telecommunication technology and surgical robots to perform operations. It breaks the spatial constraints on the conduct of surgical procedures and represents a systematic innovation brought about by the intersection of new technologies and concepts such as robotic surgery, telecommunication, and artificial intelligence. It holds promise as a potential solution to the uneven distribution of medical resources. Currently, China's research in telesurgery has reached the forefront of the international stage. Building a high-quality disciplinary development ecosystem and a regional collaborative system for remote surgery will be the inevitable path to maintaining a leading position. Providing national-level project support for telesurgery, establishing a national-level joint innovation group, creating a regional medical consortium for remote surgery, and formulating legal norms and treatment guidelines will pave the way for the sustainable development of telesurgery in China. It is believed that with the strong support of the state, Chinese surgeons will seize the opportunity, lead the new wave of surgical development, integrate new telesurgery technologies into the national universal healthcare system, and benefit a large number of patients.
    Yen-Chuan OuTaiwan Speaker ARUS–PRUS Partnership Ceremony: A New Chapter in Asia Robotic Urology CollaborationAquablation Revolutionizing BPH Treatment: A New Era of Minimally Invasive Therapy-Tungs' Taichung Metroharbor Hospital ExperienceExperience of 100 Consecutive Hugo Robotic Radical ProstatectomiesTotal Solution of Maintenance of Urinary and Sex Function during Robotic Radical ProstatectomyTotal Solution of Maintenance of Urinary and Sex Function during Robotic Radical Prostatectomy
  • ARUS Closing Remarks
    Ryoichi Shiroki Japan Speaker Surgical Robot-System hinotori in Urological Surgery: Clinical Applications and Future PotentialThe hinotori system was developed by Medicaroid, the partnership between Kawasaki, a leader in the industrial robots, and Sysmex, with its abundant expertise and networks in advanced medicine, released the first made-in-Japan RAS in 2020. The hinotori has been designed to reduce interference between arms and the surgeon at bedside. Equipped with four 8-axis robotic arms, providing smooth, highly articulated movements that mimic the human hand. In addition, docking-free design allows for a wide operative field around trocars, ensuring smooth workflows for surgeons and assistants. As a made-in-Japan system, it offers high adaptability to local clinical needs and faster implementation of user feedback. Since the first launch, more 90 systems have been installed for the clinical use, not only inside Japan but foreign countries such as Singapore and Malaysia. The first one was performed in December 2020 on prostatectomy. Since then, more than 100,000 cases performed, including urology GI surgery, gynecology and thoracic fields. In urological surgery, robot-assisted surgery has been widely and promptly accepted as a standard approach for the majority of major surgeries, including robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP), partial nephrectomy (RAPN), radical nephrectomy (RARN), radical nephroureterectomy (RANU), and radical cystectomy (RARC), and has generally shown findings superior to those of conventional open and laparoscopic surgeries In conclusion, hinotori is a cutting-edge Japanese surgical robot already in use at many medical institutions. With strong performance across various surgical specialties and growing insurance coverage, it is expected to benefit even more patients as its technology continues to evolve and its global presence expands.Comparison of Various Current Surgical Robotic Systems - Nuances, Advantages, & DrawbacksIn the field of urology, robotic surgery has gained rapid and wide acceptance as a standard surgical care in the majority of surgeries over the last decade. To date, the da Vinci surgical system has been the dominant platform in robotic surgery; however, several newly developed robotic systems have recently been introduced in routine clinical practice. We, Fujita, installed the four different kinds of robotic platform for clinical usage such as, daVinci Xi, SP, hinotori and Hugo. In this study, we want to analyze the perioperative outcomes of robotic radical prostatectomy (RARP) and characterize the differences between four platforms. hinotori : The hinotori system was developed by Medicaroid, the partnership between Kawasaki, a leader in the industrial robots, and Sysmex, with its abundant expertise and networks in advanced medicine, released the first made-in-Japan RAS in 2020. The hinotori has a compact operation arm with eight axes of motion, one more than the DaVinci, leading to reduce interference between arms and the surgeon at bedside. DaVinci SP : The characteristic of the SP system can operate one 3D flexible camera and three forceps through a single port, and various surgical access is possible without the external interference of the arms. The various complicated procedures have been feasible such as NOTES or transoral surgery through the narrow space without the large wound, and retroperitoneal approach like the prostatectomy and partial nephrectomy. SP system is expected to contribute to develop the high quality surgery with minimal invasiveness. Hugo : Hugo system (Medtronic) consists of an open-site console with two arm-controllers that are operated with a grip similar to a pistol. It also has a footswitch that controls the camera, energy source, and reserve arm. The system includes four separate arm carts, each with six joints to increase the range of motion. Additionally, it uses specific 3D glasses for head tracking technology. Despite a small case series, there seemed to need learning-curve to get familiar with systems in setting-up and surgical procedures in introductory-phase. However, all the surgical procedures were efficaciously and safely performed, resulting in the achievement of favorable perioperative outcomes surgically as well as oncologically. In conclusion, these new robots will lead to competition and reduce the costs of RAS and will contribute to an increase in use. Robotic-assisted surgery will become more common than laparoscopic surgery especially in the field of urology.
    Gang ZhuChina Speaker Enhancing Robotic Surgery with AI and Imaging Navigation: Bridging Precision and Efficiency
TICC - 1F 101D
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15:00
  • Welcome Remarks
    Tai-Lung ChaTaiwan Speaker Novel Target for GU Cancer Metastasis and TherapeuticsCancer progression is shaped by both cell-intrinsic adaptations and complex extrinsic interactions within the tumor microenvironment (TME). Here, we identify a transmembrane protein, Meta1, as a shared therapeutic target that exhibits a Janus-like role: promoting malignant phenotypes in cancer cells while restraining tumor-supportive functions in non-cancerous stromal and immune cells. Meta1 is expressed in both compartments of the TME, orchestrating a dual program that supports metastasis and immune evasion. Mechanistically, we uncovered a malignancy-promoting factor (MPF) that acts as a functional ligand for Meta1, selectively enhancing pro-invasive signaling in cancer cells. We further identify Meta1 as an unconventional G protein–coupled receptor (GPCR) that plays as an accelerator in cancer cells of the TME. Meta1 interacts with Rho-GDI and Gαq to activate RhoA-mediated cytoskeletal remodeling and amoeboid migration, facilitating metastatic dissemination. We further identify MPF binding to Meta1 initiates Gβγ signaling, elevating intracellular cAMP and activating Rap1, thereby amplifying cell motility and metastatic potential. Leveraging the Meta1–MPF interaction, we designed MPF-derived peptides that specifically bind Meta1 and serve as the basis for a novel peptide-based PROTAC, which efficiently induces degradation of Meta1 and abrogates its pro-metastatic functions. Our study unveils Meta1 as an atypical GPCR with canonical signaling capacity and topological divergence, representing a shared and targetable vulnerability that bridges cancer cell-intrinsic adaptation with extrinsic TME communication. These findings establish the Meta1–MPF axis as a compelling therapeutic target for suppressing metastasis and reprogramming the TME.
  • Welcome Remarks
  • Bladder Cancer Track
    Edmund ChiongSingapore Moderator Debate: Bladder Preservation Should Be Considered for All Cases of MIBC
  • MDT Discussion: Treating High-Risk BCG Refractory NMIBC in a ECOG2 75-year-old
    Po-Hung LinTaiwan Speaker Robotic Prostatectomy Using da Vinci SP SystemHow to Make the Best Decision with Systemic Therapy Sequence in Respective of Genetic AnalysisRobotic Prostatectomy Using da Vinci SP System
    Raj TiwariSingapore Speaker Practice Changing PapersPractice Changing Papers
  • Debate: Bladder Preservation Should Be Considered for All Cases of MIBC
    Jeremy TeohHong Kong, China Speaker Transurethral En Bloc Resection of Bladder Tumor: Where Are We Now?There is increasing evidence that transurethral en bloc resection of bladder tumour (ERBT) could lead to better peri-operative and oncological outcomes in patients with non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer. Modified approaches of ERBT have also been proposed to expand its indications for larger bladder tumours. The quality of resection is also the key for bladder-sparing treatment for muscle-invasive bladder cancer. We foresee an exciting journey ahead for ERBT, and as a urologist, we must embrace this novel technique for the best interest of our bladder cancer patients. To Publish or not to Publish? Navigating the path to academia in urologyDoing good science is the basis for technological advancement in healthcare. However, pursuing a path to academic in urology is often tough, stressful and frustrating. In this talk, I will share with you what I have learnt throughout my 15 years of research work. I will let you know what's the best and fastest way to become a globally renowned and successful researcher. Most importantly, I will explain what it takes to develop a great team and create a positive impact in people's lives. Believe in yourself! If I can do it, so can you.SIU Lecture: Role of MISTs in Male LUTS Surgical Management (Will TUR-P/ Laser Prostatectomy be Replaced?)Transurethral resection of prostate (TURP) is the current gold standard in treating patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia. Laser prostatectomy has also been used widely especially in patients who are on anticoagulants. However, both TURP and laser prostatectomy are associated with several problems including the need of spinal / general anaesthesia and the risk of male sexual dysfunction. In the past decade, we have witnessed the introduction of multiple new technologies including Rezum, Urolift, iTind and Aquablation. in this SIU lecture, we will discuss about the technical details, as well as the pros and cons of every new technology. We will also invite you to be our jury and decide whether TURP and laser prostatectomy will be replaced in the future. Novel Intravesical Therapeutics in the Evolving Landscape of NMIBCNon-muscle-invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC) is well known to be a difficult disease to manage, with a 1-year recurrence rate of up to 61% and 5-year recurrence rate of 78%. Despite the use of intravesical BCG therapy, NMIBC patients may still experience recurrence and develop what we call BCG-unresponsive NMIBC. Conventionally, we offer upfront radical cystectomy for patients with BCG-unresponsive NMIBC, however, this is an ultra-major surgery with significant risk of complications and could also lead to significant deterioration in quality of life in the long run. We are in urgent need for novel therapies to manage this difficult condition. In this lecture, we will discuss the evidence on the different novel intravesical therapies in treating BCG-unresponsive NMIBC. SIU Lecture: Role of MISTs in Male LUTS Surgical Management (Will TUR-P/ Laser Prostatectomy be Replaced?)
    Tuan Thanh NguyenVietnam Speaker Debate: Bladder Preservation Should Be Considered for All Cases of MIBCPractice Changing Papers
    Edmund ChiongSingapore Speaker Debate: Bladder Preservation Should Be Considered for All Cases of MIBC
  • Technical Pearls: Node Dissection in Robotic Cystectomy
    Noor Ashani Md YusoffMalaysia Speaker Technical Pearls: Node Dissection in Robotic CystectomyHighlight and Limitation in Urology Service in MalaysiaRobotic Pelvic LN Dissection: A critical Component of Bladder Cancer Surgery
  • Technical Pearls: Robotic Intra-Corporeal OBS
    Lui Shiong LeeSingapore Speaker Technical Pearls: Robotic Intra-Corporeal OBSThis session will demonstrate the key steps required in the intra-corporeal creation of a Studer type orthotropic bladder substitute.
  • Practice Changing Papers
    Bhoj Raj LuitelNepal Speaker Practice Changing Papers
  • Coffee Break
  • Prostate Cancer Track
    Bannakij LojanapiwatThailand Moderator PSA Kinetics Following PADT in mHSPC. Is It a Real-World Tool for Predicting Oncologic Outcome?PSA Kinetics following Primary Androgen Deprivation Therapy (PADT) in mHSPC. Is it a Real-world Tool for Prediction Oncologic Outcome? Bannakij Lojanapiwat, M.D. Professor of Urology, Chiang Mai University, Thailand. Of recent guidelines, upfront primary androgen deprivation monotherapy or combination therapy (PADT) is recommended for the treatment of metastatic hormone sensitive prostate cancer (mHSPC). Limitation of real-world treatment such as culture difference, financial barrier, geographic access to treatment and high operation/ radiation risks associated with medical comorbidity led to underutilization of combination therapy as the standard guideline. Prognostic factors are important in clinical practice which can predict the clinical outcome that offer the pre-treatment counseling for patients to select the optimal treatment. Prostate specific antigen (PSA) levels is one of the important key prognostic markers. PSA kinetics of nadir PSA level and time to nadir PSA following the treatment are the important role for progression to CRPC and oncologic outcome. Our study and the previous studies reported better oncologic outcome especially overall survival, cancer specific survival and time to developed CRPC in mHSPC patients received upfront PADT who decline PSA≥95% (deep responder), PSA nadir ≤ 0.2 ng/ml (low PSA nadir level), time to PSA nadir ≥ 6 month and PSA decline velocity <11 ng/ml/month. PSA Kinetics following Primary Androgen Deprivation Therapy (PADT) is one of a real-world tool for prediction oncologic outcome in the treatment of mHSPC.
  • MDT Discussion: Personalizing Treatment in High Volume CSPC
    Winnie LamSingapore Speaker MDT Discussion: Personalizing Treatment in High Volume CSPC
    Chao-Yuan HuangTaiwan Speaker MDT Discussion: Personalizing Treatment in High Volume CSPC
    Peter Ka-Fung ChiuHong Kong, China Speaker Minimal Invasive Therapy: Where do We Stand in 2025Endourological, Laparoscopic and robotic surgeries have replaced most open surgeries in Urology. Emergence of new robotic platforms have provided urologists with new opportunities. Both boom-type and module-type robots have been used, and they each have their strengths in practice. Tele-surgeries have provided a new paradigm of long-distance robotic surgeries to facilitate new surgical possibilities and proctorship. State of the art robotic surgeries in retrograde intrarenal surgeries and enbloc resection MDT Discussion: Personalizing Treatment in High Volume CSPCN/ADebate: Should We Only Offer Consolidative Cytoreductive Nephrectomy in Metastatic RCC?N/AFocal Therapy in Asia – Is It Prime Time?The increase in incidence of Prostate cancer has been rapid in Asia in the past 10 years. While Robotic radical prostatectomy and Radiotherapy has been the commonest treatments for localized prostate cancer, significant long-term morbidities are observed after surgery or radiotherapy including incontinence, erectile dysfunction and irradiation injury to the bladder and rectum. In the current era of MRI-guided prostate biopsy, focal diseases can be targeted and diagnosed, and image-guided focal therapy emerged as an alternative treatment. Although Focal therapy has a relatively higher rate of local recurrence, it has the advantages of minimal or no long-term complication after treatment, and it is possible to perform retreatment with focal therapy, prostatectomy or radiotherapy. In properly selected patients, the need for salvage prostatectomy or radiotherapy after focal therapy is less than 20% at 8 years, and patients’ quality of life could be preserved. In well-selected patients, focal therapy is an attractive option. Current focal therapy for prostate cancer available in Asia includes HIFU, Cryotherapy, Targeted Microwave Ablation (TMA), irreversible electroporation (IRE) and TULSA.
  • Debate: PIRADS 4/5 Negative Biopsies Should
    Enrique Ian LorenzoPhilippines Speaker Debate: PIRADS 4/5 Negative Biopsies ShouldDebate: Should We Only Offer Consolidative Cytoreductive Nephrectomy in Metastatic RCC?
    Kenneth ChenSingapore Speaker Debate: PIRADS 4/5 Negative Biopsies Should
  • Technical Pearls: Retzius Sparing
    Tanet ThaidumrongThailand Speaker Technical Pearls: Retzius SparingTreating SRM in a 65-Year-Old ECOG 1 with Multiple Previous Operations-Is Minimally Invasive Treatment Feasible?
  • Technical Pearls: Nerve-Sparing
    Hung-Jen WangTaiwan Speaker Technical Pearls: Nerve-SparingPreserving the neurovascular bundles (NVB) during robotic-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP) is crucial for maintaining postoperative continence and sexual function, while still ensuring complete cancer removal. We will share "technical pearls" for nerve-sparing in RARP, emphasizing practical innovations that enhance surgical precision without compromising oncologic control. Retrograde nerve-sparing involves a bottom-up (apex-to-base) dissection of the NVB using an athermal, gentle approach. This technique, adapted from open surgery, allows early identification and release of the nerves under direct vision. By minimizing traction and avoiding cautery near the NVB, it reduces inadvertent nerve injury and even lowers the risk of positive margins at the prostatic base. Clinically, adopting a retrograde approach (often with 30° lens “toggling”) has been linked to faster functional recovery of potency, contributing to potency rates approaching 90% at 1 year in fully nerve-sparing cases. Parallel advances in augmented reality (AR) are providing real-time surgical navigation. AR technology superimposes 3D virtual models (e.g. from MRI) onto the operative field, enhancing visualization of patient-specific anatomy. Surgeons can pinpoint tumor location relative to the NVB, enabling selective, confidence-guided nerve preservation even in locally advanced disease. This approach helps modulate nerve-sparing extent on a case-by-case basis, maintaining oncologic safety (low positive surgical margin rates) while maximizing nerve preservation. Finally, refined anatomical landmarks have emerged to guide nerve-sparing. A notable example is the identification of a consistent small arterial branch (“landmark artery”) at the NVB’s medial aspect. This vessel serves as a guide for partial nerve-sparing: dissecting just lateral to it yields an approximate 3 mm tissue margin from the prostatic capsule, sufficient to clear potential extracapsular extension while preserving the remaining nerve fibers. Such landmark-oriented dissection provides a reproducible framework for tailoring nerve-sparing to tumor risk, moving beyond the traditional “all-or-none” approach. These advanced techniques and concepts are empowering robotic surgeons to achieve optimal outcomes. By integrating retrograde nerve-sparing, AR-assisted navigation, and anatomical landmark guidance, one can improve early continence recovery and postoperative sexual function for patients without sacrificing cancer control.
  • Technical Pearls: Total Extraperitoneal Technique
    John YuenSingapore Speaker Technical Pearls: Total Extraperitoneal TechniquePractice-Changing Development in RaLRP
  • Practice Changing Papers
    Raj TiwariSingapore Speaker Practice Changing PapersPractice Changing Papers
  • Group Photo
  • Lunch Break
  • Kidney Cancer Track
    John YuenSingapore Moderator Technical Pearls: Total Extraperitoneal TechniquePractice-Changing Development in RaLRP
  • Treating SRM in a 65-Year-Old ECOG 1 with Multiple Previous Operations-Is Minimally Invasive Treatment Feasible?
    Tanet ThaidumrongThailand Speaker Technical Pearls: Retzius SparingTreating SRM in a 65-Year-Old ECOG 1 with Multiple Previous Operations-Is Minimally Invasive Treatment Feasible?
  • Treating SRM in a 65-Year-Old ECOG 1 with Multiple Previous Operations-Is SBRT the New Kid on the Block?
    Jeffrey TuanSingapore Speaker Treating SRM in a 65-Year-Old ECOG 1 with Multiple Previous Operations-Is SBRT the New Kid on the Block?The management of small renal masses (SRMs) in older adults with prior surgical histories remains complex, particularly in patients with limited physiological reserve and increased perioperative risk. We present the case of a 65-year-old patient with an ECOG performance status of 1 and multiple prior abdominal surgeries, highlighting the challenges of repeated surgical intervention and the evolving role of stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT) as a non-invasive alternative. SBRT offers ablative doses of radiation with sub-millimeter precision, enabling tumor control while preserving renal function and minimizing treatment-related morbidity. Emerging data support its safety and efficacy in medically inoperable patients or those at high surgical risk. This case underscores the need to reconsider SBRT as a frontline therapeutic option in selected patients with SRM, particularly when traditional surgical or ablative approaches are contraindicated or carry significant risk. Further prospective studies are warranted to define optimal patient selection and long-term outcomes
  • Debate: Should We Only Offer Consolidative Cytoreductive Nephrectomy in Metastatic RCC?
    Enrique Ian LorenzoPhilippines Speaker Debate: PIRADS 4/5 Negative Biopsies ShouldDebate: Should We Only Offer Consolidative Cytoreductive Nephrectomy in Metastatic RCC?
    Peter Ka-Fung ChiuHong Kong, China Speaker Minimal Invasive Therapy: Where do We Stand in 2025Endourological, Laparoscopic and robotic surgeries have replaced most open surgeries in Urology. Emergence of new robotic platforms have provided urologists with new opportunities. Both boom-type and module-type robots have been used, and they each have their strengths in practice. Tele-surgeries have provided a new paradigm of long-distance robotic surgeries to facilitate new surgical possibilities and proctorship. State of the art robotic surgeries in retrograde intrarenal surgeries and enbloc resection MDT Discussion: Personalizing Treatment in High Volume CSPCN/ADebate: Should We Only Offer Consolidative Cytoreductive Nephrectomy in Metastatic RCC?N/AFocal Therapy in Asia – Is It Prime Time?The increase in incidence of Prostate cancer has been rapid in Asia in the past 10 years. While Robotic radical prostatectomy and Radiotherapy has been the commonest treatments for localized prostate cancer, significant long-term morbidities are observed after surgery or radiotherapy including incontinence, erectile dysfunction and irradiation injury to the bladder and rectum. In the current era of MRI-guided prostate biopsy, focal diseases can be targeted and diagnosed, and image-guided focal therapy emerged as an alternative treatment. Although Focal therapy has a relatively higher rate of local recurrence, it has the advantages of minimal or no long-term complication after treatment, and it is possible to perform retreatment with focal therapy, prostatectomy or radiotherapy. In properly selected patients, the need for salvage prostatectomy or radiotherapy after focal therapy is less than 20% at 8 years, and patients’ quality of life could be preserved. In well-selected patients, focal therapy is an attractive option. Current focal therapy for prostate cancer available in Asia includes HIFU, Cryotherapy, Targeted Microwave Ablation (TMA), irreversible electroporation (IRE) and TULSA.
  • Technical Pearls: Wheel-Barrow Techniques
  • Technical Pearls: Renorrhaphy Techniques
    Vorapot Choonhaklai Thailand Speaker Technical Pearls: Renorrhaphy Techniques
  • Practice Changing Papers
    Tuan Thanh NguyenVietnam Speaker Debate: Bladder Preservation Should Be Considered for All Cases of MIBCPractice Changing Papers
  • Closing Remarks
    Lui Shiong LeeSingapore Speaker Technical Pearls: Robotic Intra-Corporeal OBSThis session will demonstrate the key steps required in the intra-corporeal creation of a Studer type orthotropic bladder substitute.
TICC - 1F 101A

15th August 2025

Time Session
12:00
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Collaborative Care: Mastering Techniques and Cardiovascular Considerations
TICC - 1F 101A
13:30
15:00
  • Tips and Tricks in Challenging Cases of Robotic Radical Prostatectomy
    Thomas HsuehTaiwan Moderator
    John DavisUnited States Speaker Open Surgery Training: Is It Necessary in the Era of Robotics?The Future of Surgical Skills Evaluation: What Is on Your Wish List?Tips and Tricks in Challenging Cases of Robotic Radical Prostatectomy
  • Technical Considerations for Large Prostates over 100gms
    Vipul R. PatelUnited States Speaker Lessons from 20,000 Robotic Prostatectomies: A Global Expert’s PerspectiveTechnical Considerations for Large Prostates over 100gmsTelesurgery: The Future of Surgery
  • Single Port Retroperitoneal Partial Nephrectomy
    Simone CrivellaroUnited States Speaker Single-Port vs. Multi-Port Robotic Prostatectomy: Balancing Innovation, Precision, and OutcomesThe Application & Limitation of Urological SP SurgerySingle Port Retroperitoneal Partial NephrectomySingle Port Prostate Surgery
  • Single-Port Robotic Partial Nephrectomy for Multiple or Large Renal Tumors
    Ketan BadaniUnited States Speaker Expanding horizons: SP for complex RAPNThe Future of Urological Robotic SurgerySingle-Port Robotic Partial Nephrectomy for Multiple or Large Renal TumorsHow to Standardize Training by AI-Learning from The Best Practice of Urological Robotic SurgerySP Partial Nephrectomy
  • Emergency Undocking in Robotic Urology Surgery - Preparedness, Protocols, and Practice
    Gang ZhuChina Moderator Enhancing Robotic Surgery with AI and Imaging Navigation: Bridging Precision and Efficiency
    Wenjie ZhongAustralia Speaker Emergency Undocking in Robotic Urology Surgery - Preparedness, Protocols, and PracticeIntroduction: Robotic surgery has revolutionized urologic procedures, offering precision and minimally invasive benefits. However, the complexity of the robotic interface introduces the rare but potentially catastrophic need for emergency undocking - a rapid disengagement of the robotic system in response to patient or technical emergencies. Objective: To review the current best practices, protocols, and preparedness strategies for emergency undocking during robotic urologic surgery, with a focus on multidisciplinary coordination, training, and outcome optimization. Methods: A structured review of the literature was conducted, including case reports, institutional protocols, and guideline recommendations from leading urological societies (AUA, EAU). In addition, procedural algorithms and simulation-based training approaches were analyzed to assess their impact on team performance and patient safety. Results: Emergency undocking occurs in fewer than 0.1% of robotic cases but is associated with high morbidity if delays occur. Key indications include sudden hemodynamic collapse, cardiac arrest, airway compromise, and robotic system malfunction. Simulation training has been shown to improve undocking times by up to 35%. Effective response hinges on predefined roles, verbal cues, and practiced protocols. Institutions with regular team drills report faster response times and better outcomes in high-acuity scenarios. Conclusion: Although infrequent, emergency undocking represents a critical moment in robotic surgery that demands rapid, coordinated team action. Implementing standardized protocols, reinforcing multidisciplinary simulations, and fostering a culture of readiness can significantly improve patient safety and surgical outcomes.
  • Experience of 100 Consecutive Hugo Robotic Radical Prostatectomies
    Yen-Chuan OuTaiwan Speaker ARUS–PRUS Partnership Ceremony: A New Chapter in Asia Robotic Urology CollaborationAquablation Revolutionizing BPH Treatment: A New Era of Minimally Invasive Therapy-Tungs' Taichung Metroharbor Hospital ExperienceExperience of 100 Consecutive Hugo Robotic Radical ProstatectomiesTotal Solution of Maintenance of Urinary and Sex Function during Robotic Radical ProstatectomyTotal Solution of Maintenance of Urinary and Sex Function during Robotic Radical Prostatectomy
TICC - 3F Plenary Hall

17th August 2025

Time Session
08:30
10:00
  • UAA Honorary Member Lecture: Learning through Giving Expert Opinion, a Hong Kong Case Book
    Chi Wai ManHong Kong, China Speaker UAA Honorary Member Lecture: Learning through Giving Expert Opinion, a Hong Kong Case BookLearning through giving expert opinion, a Hong Kong urology case book Dr Man, Chi Wai MBBS HK FRCS Edin FRCS Glas FCSHK FHKAM Dip Urol Lond LLB Beij Consultant Urologist, Tuen Mun Hospital In Hong Kong older urologists are often asked to give expert opinions to various parties including the Coroner and the Medical Council. The expert must give unbiased assistance to the justice system. I also try to explain that there are factors other than the urologist care to account for the outcome, and to look for possible improvements in our care. Thanks for allowing me to share with you my humble experience. The Coroner in HK has the duty to determine the cause of death. If the cause is mishap, civil or disciplinary action will follow. I need to explain why death was not preventable when that was the case. The Medical Council is the statutory body responsible for overseeing professional registration and discipline. It carries out inquiries into complaints of misconduct against doctors. Most of these were about unfavourable outcome and disregard of professional responsibilities. Medical Council actively collects evidence required for proof of medical negligence. Defence could be made by disproving damage or causation of damage. In most cases, proof of no breach of duty by focusing on standard of care is required. I need to explain in such cases that despite appropriate and proper care, an unfavourable outcome could still occur. While the Bolam principle still applies to most aspects of patient care, it is no longer the case in warning patients of risks since the Montgomery case. The most important lesson I learned was that good contemporaneous documentation in medical records is the most important line of defence for urologists.
  • Normothermic Ex Vivo Kidney Perfusion for Urologic Discovery
    Shomik SenguptaAustralia Moderator Moderator N/A
    Marshall StollerUnited States Speaker Normothermic Ex Vivo Kidney Perfusion for Urologic Discovery
  • Trend in Healthcare AI
    KoonHo RhaKorea (Republic of) Speaker Trend in Healthcare AI
  • Bridging AI Frontiers and Urology: How Multimodal and Agentic AI Will Shape 2025
    Pai-Fu WangTaiwan Moderator
    Chung-You TsaiTaiwan Speaker Bridging AI Frontiers and Urology: How Multimodal and Agentic AI Will Shape 20251. **Evolution of AI: From LLM to Agentic AI** AI has progressed rapidly from basic language models (LLMs) to multimodal and agentic systems capable of autonomous decision-making and task execution. 2. **General vs. Domain-Specific LLMs** General-purpose LLMs offer versatility, while domain-specific LLMs (e.g., medical models) provide higher accuracy in specialized fields like urology. 3. **AI Applications in Medical Practice** LLMs and AI agents assist in research, academic writing, and clinical decision-making—transforming how urologists access and apply medical knowledge. 4. **Agentic AI & Multi-Agent Systems** AI agents can orchestrate tools, reason through complex problems, and automate workflows without human input—enhancing productivity in healthcare. 5. **Benchmarking AI vs. Human Experts** In prostate cancer risk assessment, top-tier LLMs demonstrated competitive or superior performance compared to human experts, indicating clinical potential. How to Make AI as the Most Powerful Assistance for the Treatment of GU Cancer?
  • Applying Vision Augmentation in Robotic Surgery: Reality or Fiction
    Rajeev KumarIndia Moderator Troubleshooting in Endoscopic Stone Surgery: How to Handle Unexpected Challenges in RIRS and ECIRSProstate Cancer Nomograms and Their Application in Asian MenNomograms help to predict outcomes in individual patients rather than whole populations and are an important part of evaluation and treatment decision making. Various nomograms have been developed in malignancies to predict and prognosticate clinical outcomes such as severity of disease, overall survival, and recurrence-free survival. In prostate cancer, nomograms were developed for determining need for biopsy, disease course, need for adjuvant therapy, and outcomes. Most of these predictive nomograms were based on Caucasian populations. Prostate cancer is significantly affected by race, and Asian men have a significantly different racial and genetic susceptibility compared to Caucasians, raising the concern about the generalizability of these nomograms. There are very few studies that have evaluated the applicability and validity of the existing nomograms in in Asian men. Most have found significant differences in the performance in this population. Thus, relying on such nomograms for treating Asian men may not be appropriate and collaborative efforts are required within Asian countries to develop locally relevant nomograms.What Is Critical Appraisal?Critical appraisal is the process of systematically evaluating research studies to assess their validity, relevance, and trustworthiness. The goal is to determine whether a study’s results are credible and useful for clinical decision-making, research, or policy. This has become increasingly important as there has been a massive increase in the number of scientific journals and not all published research is of equal quality. Critical appraisal helps healthcare professionals avoid being misled by poor-quality studies, make evidence-based decisions and improve patient outcomes. The key purposes are to assess validity of the study and its results and determine applicability to the specific population. It involves assessing the study design, methodological quality, completeness of reporting, potential sources of bias and potential for misconduct. There are number of reporting guidelines that can be used for performing critical appraisal. Additionally, being aware of essential reporting standards and common problems with studies can help readers make informed decisions.Scientific Misconduct and PitfallsNo abstractExample of the “Ideal” AbstractNo Abstract
    Jian-Ri LiTaiwan Speaker Applying Vision Augmentation in Robotic Surgery: Reality or FictionApplying Vision Augmentation in Robotic Surgery: Reality or Fiction
  • Big Data in Urol Science Research: from Scratch to Hatch
    Noor Ashani Md YusoffMalaysia Moderator Technical Pearls: Node Dissection in Robotic CystectomyHighlight and Limitation in Urology Service in MalaysiaRobotic Pelvic LN Dissection: A critical Component of Bladder Cancer Surgery
    Yao-Chou TsaiTaiwan Speaker Big Data in Urol Science Research: from Scratch to Hatch
TICC - 3F Plenary Hall