Ideal suturing technique for robot-assisted microsurgical anastomoses.

ABSTRACT: The development of novel robotic devices specifically designed for open microsurgery leads to increasing applications in reconstructive procedures. While initial studies revealed improved precision and surgical ergonomics upon robotic assistance, surgical time was consistently observed to be increased. This study compares two robotic suturing techniques using the Symani Surgical System and RoboticScope in a preclinical setting, to further leverage the benefits of novel robotic devices in microsurgery. Six experienced microsurgeons performed three microvascular anastomoses with a "steady-thread" suturing technique and a "switch-thread" technique on 1.0-mm-diameter artificial silicone vessels. Time for anastomosis and participant's satisfaction with the techniques and robotic setup were reco

SUBMITTER: Wessel KJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11217096 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature