Robot-assisted surgery in thoracic and visceral indications: an updated systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

In surgical advancements, robot-assisted surgery (RAS) holds several promises like shorter hospital stays, reduced complications, and improved technical capabilities over standard care. Despite extensive evidence, the actual patient benefits of RAS remain unclear. Thus, our systematic review aimed to assess the effectiveness and safety of RAS in visceral and thoracic surgery compared to laparoscopic or open surgery.

Methods

We performed a systematic literature search in two databases (Medline via Ovid and The Cochrane Library) in April 2023. The search was restricted to 14 predefined thoracic and visceral procedures and randomized controlled trials (RCTs). Synthesis of data on critical outcomes followed the Grading of Recommendations, Assessment, Development, and

SUBMITTER: Grossmann-Waniek N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10881599 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature