Robotic Surgery: A Narrative Review

In general surgery, the use of robotic and laparoscopic methods has increased. Robotic surgery that requires the least incision has advanced over the years in a short period of time, benefitting both the patient and the surgeon. According to this, robotic platforms and tools are now being used and i...

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Published in:Curēus (Palo Alto, CA) CA), 2022-09, Vol.14 (9), p.e29179-e29179
Main Authors: Bramhe, Sakshi, Pathak, Swanand S
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Deep learning
Gastrointestinal surgery
General Surgery
Laparoscopy
Medical Physics
Public Health
R&D
Research & development
Robotic surgery
Surgeons
Urology
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Summary:In general surgery, the use of robotic and laparoscopic methods has increased. Robotic surgery that requires the least incision has advanced over the years in a short period of time, benefitting both the patient and the surgeon. According to this, robotic platforms and tools are now being used and improved more commonly in general surgery. In a quickly growing and dynamic environment of research and development, the goal of this review is to explore the present and emerging surgical robotic technologies. Future progress in robotics will focus primarily on more durable haptic systems that would provide tactile and kinesthetic input, miniaturisation and micro-robotics, better visual feedback with higher fidelity detail and magnification, and autonomous robots. It is recommended to develop a structured training course with benchmarks for success and evidence-based training strategies. This usually includes a step-by-step progression starting with observation, case aid in programming and manipulation of surgical instruments, learning the basics of robotics in a dry and wet lab setting, attaining non-technical skills on an individual and team level, and monitored modular console training, accompanied by autonomous practice. Prior to independent practice, basic robotics skills and procedural activities must be performed safely and effectively as part of robotic surgical training. It is advised to create a systematic training programme with performance indicators and research-based instructional techniques.
ISSN:2168-8184
2168-8184
DOI:10.7759/cureus.29179