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Robot-assisted thoracic surgery (RATS) lobectomy is more expensive due to higher consumable costs, not capital expenses. Understanding these cost drivers can improve the cost-effectiveness of RATS procedures.

Keywords:
Cost analysisHealthcare economicsLobectomyRobotic surgeryThoracic surgery

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Area of Science:

  • Thoracic Surgery
  • Health Economics
  • Surgical Technology

Background:

  • Robot-assisted thoracic surgery (RATS) is increasingly adopted for lobectomy.
  • Previous analyses suggested high capital and operating room costs contribute to RATS' elevated price.
  • A detailed cost breakdown is needed to identify specific cost drivers.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify the primary cost drivers of robot-assisted lobectomy (RATS) compared to video-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS) and open lobectomy.
  • To utilize a micro-costing approach to analyze patient costs from surgery through 30 days post-operation.
  • To provide insights for optimizing the cost-effectiveness of RATS.

Main Methods:

  • A micro-costing model was developed to track patient costs for RATS, VATS, and open lobectomy.
  • Costs were analyzed from the day of surgery through the first 30 postoperative days.
  • Sensitivity analyses were conducted on staff costs and overall cost components.

Main Results:

  • The total cost per case was €13,321 for RATS, €11,567 for VATS, and €12,582 for open lobectomy.
  • Elevated consumable costs were the primary driver of the higher total cost for RATS.
  • Capital costs represented a minor component of the per-case cost difference.

Conclusions:

  • Consumable costs, not capital expenses, are the main contributors to the higher cost of RATS lobectomy.
  • This detailed cost analysis can guide surgeons and hospital management in improving RATS cost-effectiveness.
  • The findings support informed decision-making for service commissioning and resource allocation in thoracic surgery.