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Robotic Versus Open Distal Pancreatectomy: A Propensity Score Matching Analysis.
Lapo Bencini1, Luca Moraldi2, Elisangela Miceli1
1General Surgery Division, Department of Surgical Oncology and Robotics, Careggi University Hospital, Florence, Italy.
Summary
Robotic distal pancreatectomy shows similar outcomes to open surgery, with faster recovery and shorter hospital stays. This minimally invasive approach offers benefits for managing pancreatic diseases.
Area of Science:
- Surgical Oncology
- Gastroenterology
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
Background:
- Minimally invasive distal pancreatectomy provides advantages over open procedures.
- Robotic surgery is an emerging alternative to laparoscopy for pancreatic diseases due to its technical advancements and shorter learning curve.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare perioperative and medium-term outcomes of robotic versus open distal pancreatectomy.
- To evaluate the safety and efficacy of robotic-assisted minimally invasive surgery for pancreatic conditions.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of consecutive patients undergoing distal pancreatectomy (January 2013 - May 2022).
- Propensity score matching to compare outcomes between robotic and open surgical groups.
- Assessment of perioperative parameters, complications, and medium-term results.
Main Results:
- 50 patients (25 robotic, 25 open) were analyzed after matching.
- Robotic surgery had longer operating times but led to earlier refeeding, drain removal, and shorter hospital stays.
- Similar rates of grade III-IV complications, 90-day mortality, spleen preservation, pancreatic fistula, and survival were observed.
Conclusions:
- Robotic and open distal pancreatectomy yield comparable oncological and survival outcomes.
- Robotic surgery offers enhanced recovery and shorter hospitalizations, despite increased operative time.
- Robotic-assisted minimally invasive surgery is a viable and beneficial option for distal pancreatectomy.
