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Robotic Horizons in Plastic Surgery: A Look Toward the Future.
Ali Foroutan1, Diwakar Phuyal1, Georgia Babb1
1Department of Plastic Surgery, Cleveland Clinic, 9500 Euclid Avenue, A60, Cleveland, OH 44195, USA.
Journal of Clinical Medicine
|January 28, 2026
Summary
Robot-assisted surgery is expanding in plastic and reconstructive procedures, offering enhanced precision. However, more research is needed to establish its clinical value and safety.
Area of Science:
- Robotic surgery
- Plastic and reconstructive surgery
- Surgical innovation
Background:
- Robotic technology enhances precision and visualization in surgery.
- Applications in plastic and reconstructive surgery are growing but still developing.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review and synthesize literature on robot-assisted procedures in plastic and reconstructive surgery.
- To characterize current applications, emerging technologies, and research areas.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of studies reporting robot-assisted procedures.
- Thematic synthesis of findings on applications, technologies, and investigations.
Main Results:
- Robotic systems are used in flap harvest, microsurgery, breast, craniofacial, head/neck, esthetic, and gender-affirming surgeries.
- Current evidence is mainly from case reports/series with limited comparative or long-term data.
Conclusions:
- Robot-assisted reconstruction is expanding across various procedures.
- Need for standardized reporting and prospective studies to define clinical value, safety, and indications.
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