Robotic RPLND or Chemo

Asked October 5, 2026

I’m currently Stage 1 with a non-seminoma germ cell tumor. I’ve already had a right radical orchiectomy, and now I’m deciding between robotic RPLND surgery or one cycle of chemotherapy. I’m really unsure which route to take, so I’d love to hear from anyone who has gone through robotic RPLND. What was the surgery and recovery like for you? Were there any complications or side effects, and are you happy with the decision you made? I’ll be having my surgery at Kaiser San Francisco if I choose the RPLND route, so I’d especially love to hear from anyone who has had it done there. Any experiences or advice would be greatly appreciated!