Robotic Pancreatic Resections: Feasibility and Advantages

Croner RS (2015)


Publication Type: Journal article, Original article

Publication year: 2015

Journal

Book Volume: 77

Pages Range: 433-5

Journal Issue: 5

DOI: 10.1007/s12262-015-1391-8

Abstract

The robot is an innovative tool to perform complex pancreatic resections. It upgrades conventional laparoscopy by adding specific ergonomic technical details (e.g., EndoWrist). Robotic complex pancreatic operations such as pancreaticoduodenectomy can be carried out safe with equal oncological results, morbidity, and mortality compared to open procedures. The patients benefit from less blood loss, decreased hospitalization, and all other benefits of minimally invasive surgery. Nevertheless, the robot has some limitations like missing haptic feedback and the high costs. It has to find its indications beneath conventional laparoscopic procedures, which is currently extensively discussed. But the available technology is certainly convincing, and a further improvement can be expected which will increase its widespread in the future.

How to cite

APA:

Croner, R.S. (2015). Robotic Pancreatic Resections: Feasibility and Advantages. Indian Journal of Surgery, 77(5), 433-5. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12262-015-1391-8

MLA:

Croner, Roland S.. "Robotic Pancreatic Resections: Feasibility and Advantages." Indian Journal of Surgery 77.5 (2015): 433-5.

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