A study protocol for a multi-specialty observational cohort comparing robotic stapler and bedside stapler outcomes in robotic-assisted surgeries.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Surgical staplers are essential tools in minimally invasive surgery (MIS), enabling tissue division, hemostasis, and secure anastomoses. With the growth of robotic-assisted surgery, robotic staplers such as SureForm have recently become available. These staplers offer precise articulation and real-time tissue compression monitoring. However, the clinical advantages of robotic staplers over bedside staplers remain uncertain. Studies show mixed results across specialties, mainly due to small sample sizes, outdated data, and data heterogeneity. This study protocol proposes a series of future analyses that will evaluate the clinical outcomes and resource utilization of robotic versus bedside staplers in robotic-assisted surgeries across multiple specialties using recent re

SUBMITTER: Chi YT 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12725535 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature