Evaluation of Cerebral Perfusion in Supine and Steep Trendelenburg Positions During Robotic Prostatectomy

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Evaluation of Cerebral Perfusion in Supine and Steep Trendelenburg Positions During Robotic Prostatectomy Robotic endoscopic radical prostatectomy requires pneumoperitoneum and the steep Trendelenburg position to ensure optimal surgical visualization. However, this combination may increase intracranial pressure (ICP) and alter cerebral blood flow and oxygenation. This study aimed to evaluate cerebral perfusion changes in patients undergoing robotic prostatectomy by using Transcranial Doppler (TCD) and Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (NIRS). Cerebral blood flow velocity in the middle cerebral artery and pulsatility index (PI) were measured to estimate ICP, while NIRS was used to assess cerebral oxygen saturation. Additionally, arterial blood gas parameters (PCO₂, PO₂, Hb), end-tidal CO₂, and mean arterial pressure (MAP) were recorded. Pre- and postoperative Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) scores were compared to evaluate potential cognitive effects. The aim was to determine the relationship between ICP estimation, cerebral oxygenation, and hemodynamic variables during supine and steep Trendelenburg positions in robotic prostatectomy.