Robotic surgery

Over the past decade, there has been an exponential growth of robot‐assisted procedures and of publications concerning robotic‐assisted laparoscopic surgery. From a review of the available literature, it becomes apparent that this technology is safe and allows more complex procedures in many fields...

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Published in:BJOG : an international journal of obstetrics and gynaecology 2009-01, Vol.116 (2), p.198-213
Main Authors: Schreuder, HWR, Verheijen, RHM
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Costs and Cost Analysis
Education, Medical, Continuing
Female
Gynaecology
Gynecologic Surgical Procedures - economics
Gynecologic Surgical Procedures - methods
Gynecology
Humans
laparoscopy
Laparoscopy - economics
Laparoscopy - methods
Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures - economics
Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures - methods
Pregnancy
robotic surgery
Robotics
Robotics - economics
Robotics - methods
Surgery
training
Urologic Surgical Procedures - economics
Urologic Surgical Procedures - methods
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Summary:Over the past decade, there has been an exponential growth of robot‐assisted procedures and of publications concerning robotic‐assisted laparoscopic surgery. From a review of the available literature, it becomes apparent that this technology is safe and allows more complex procedures in many fields of surgery, be it at relatively high costs. Although randomised controlled trials in gynaecology are lacking, available evidence suggests that particularly in gynaecology robotic surgery might not only reduce morbidity but also be cost effective if performed in high‐volume centres. Training in robotic surgery and programs for safe and effective implementation are necessary.
ISSN:1470-0328
1471-0528
DOI:10.1111/j.1471-0528.2008.02038.x