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The Current Role of Single-Site Robotic Approach in Liver Resection: A Systematic Review
Simone Guadagni1, Annalisa Comandatore1, Niccolò Furbetta1
1General Surgery Unit, Department of Translational Research and New Technologies in Medicine and Surgery, University of Pisa, 56126 Pisa, Italy.
Life (Basel, Switzerland)
|July 27, 2024
Summary
Robotic single-site liver resection is feasible, offering a minimally invasive option for hepatic pathologies. Further research is needed to confirm its long-term benefits and compare it with other surgical techniques.
Area of Science:
- Hepatobiliary Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Robotic Surgery
Background:
- Liver resection is crucial for hepatic pathologies.
- Robotic surgery offers enhanced precision and ergonomics.
- Single-site robotic surgery aims to minimize trauma and improve cosmesis.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the current role of single-site robotic approach in liver resection.
- To synthesize evidence on surgical outcomes and complications.
Main Methods:
- Systematic review of PubMed up to January 2024.
- Critical appraisal of eligible studies.
- Extraction and analysis of perioperative and post-operative data.
Main Results:
- Six studies with seven cases of robotic single-site hepatic resection (SSHR) were analyzed.
- Procedures included left lateral segmentectomy, right hepatectomy, and caudate lobe resection.
- Data on surgical techniques, indications, and outcomes were summarized.
Conclusions:
- Single-site robotic approach is a feasible option in minimally invasive liver surgery.
- Further studies are required to determine optimal use and long-term outcomes.
- Continued research is essential in this evolving field.
