[Current Status and Prospective of Robot-assisted Cardiac Surgery in Japan]

Recently, in the field of minimally invasive approach, robotic technology has represented the latest development. Robot-assisted cardiac surgery has advantages against standard minimally invasive cardiac surgery( MICS) in terms of greater visualization, enhanced dexterity, and greater precision. However, Robot-assisted cardiac surgery requires long learning curves and a dedicated heart team. In order to avoid various risks peculiar to Robot-assisted cardiac surgery, surgical indications and safety measurement are important. In this article, surgical indications, risk management by a multidisciplinary team, and tips and tricks are described.