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Robotic Colorectal Surgery for Neoplasia
Ajit Pai1, Slawomir Marecik2, John Park3
1Department of Surgical Oncology, Apollo Hospitals, Apollo Cancer Institute, 21, Greams Lane, Off Greams Road, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600006, India.
The Surgical Clinics of North America
|May 15, 2017
Summary
Robotic colorectal surgery offers benefits, particularly for surgeons. While established for pelvic procedures, its advantages in abdominal surgery require more evidence, though newer robots may expand its use.
Area of Science:
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Surgical Robotics
- Colorectal Surgery
Background:
- Robotic colorectal surgery is increasingly common.
- Benefits for surgeons and patients are reported.
- Established use in pelvic surgery contrasts with less evidence for abdominal procedures.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the current evidence on robotic colorectal surgery.
- To assess the benefits and limitations of robotic platforms.
- To discuss future trends in robotic abdominal surgery.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of robotic colorectal surgery studies.
- Analysis of reported surgical outcomes and technical aspects.
- Evaluation of surgeon and patient-centered benefits.
Main Results:
- Robotic surgery shows benefits for surgeons.
- Evidence for patient benefits in abdominal surgery is limited.
- Technical limitations are being addressed by newer robotic systems.
Conclusions:
- Robotic colorectal surgery is more advantageous for surgeons than patients currently.
- Further research is needed to establish patient benefits in abdominal robotic surgery.
- Advancements in robotic technology may increase its future application.
