Robotic vs. laparoscopic TAPP: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials on short-term outcomes.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Robotic-assisted transabdominal preperitoneal (r-TAPP) inguinal hernia repair is increasingly adopted, yet its short-term advantages over conventional laparoscopy remain uncertain.

Methods

This systematic review was reported according to PRISMA guidelines. A comprehensive search was conducted in MEDLINE, Embase, and CENTRAL until September 25th, 2025. Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) comparing r-TAPP and laparoscopic TAPP were eligible. Primary outcomes were operative time and postoperative complications. A random effects model was used for meta-analysis, and study quality was assessed using the Cochrane RoB II tool.

Results

Three RCTs comprising 300 patients were analyzed. Robotic repair was associated with a longer operative time, though this did not r

SUBMITTER: Brucchi F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12700930 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature