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María Lourdes García-Jiménez1, Laura Castro-Diez1, Javier Aguirrezabalaga-González1

  • 1Servicio de Cirugía General y del Aparato Digestivo, Complejo Hospitalario Universitario A Coruña, A Coruña, España.

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FlexDex® offers a novel solution for laparoscopic surgery, enhancing surgeon ergonomics and instrument control. This tool provides robotic precision with the accessibility of traditional laparoscopy for intracorporeal sutures.

Area of Science:

  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Surgical Technology
  • Laparoscopic Instrumentation

Background:

  • Standard laparoscopic tools exhibit limitations in mobility and ergonomics.
  • Robotic surgery offers improved articulation but faces challenges with cost, availability, and training.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the safety, efficacy, and ergonomics of the FlexDex® device for laparoscopic intracorporeal suturing.
  • To assess FlexDex® as an alternative to existing laparoscopic and robotic surgical tools.

Main Methods:

  • Prospective clinical series involving 20 cases.
  • Utilized the FlexDex® device for performing laparoscopic intracorporeal sutures.
  • Assessed device performance based on safety, efficacy, and ergonomic parameters.
Keywords:
Cirugía laparoscópicaCirugía mínimamente invasivaCirugía robóticaFlexDexInnovación quirúrgicaLaparoscopic surgeryMinimally invasive surgeryRobotic surgerySurgical innovation

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Main Results:

  • The FlexDex® device demonstrated safety and functionality in laparoscopic intracorporeal suturing.
  • The tool provided enhanced control, precision, and improved surgeon ergonomics.
  • Achieved a balance between the dexterity of robotic surgery and the accessibility of conventional laparoscopy.

Conclusions:

  • FlexDex® is a safe and effective tool for laparoscopic intracorporeal suturing.
  • The device improves surgeon ergonomics and offers precise instrument handling.
  • Presents a viable alternative combining robotic precision with laparoscopic availability.