Robot-assisted versus frame-based stereoelectroencephalography (sEEG) electrode implantation in drug-resistant epilepsy: a meta-analysis of accuracy, efficiency, and safety.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

To compare the accuracy, efficiency, and safety of robot-assisted versus frame-based stereoelectroencephalography (sEEG) in patients with drug-resistant epilepsy.

Methods

In accordance with the PRISMA guidelines, a comprehensive literature search was conducted across four databases (PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and Cochrane) up to September 2025. We included comparative studies that evaluated robot-assisted versus frame-based sEEG in patients with drug-resistant epilepsy. A random-effects model was applied to calculate the mean difference (MD) and risk ratio (RR) with corresponding 95% confidence intervals (CI).

Results

Eight retrospective comparative cohort studies (758 patients) were included. Regarding accuracy, there was no significant difference betw

SUBMITTER: Abbas A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12935791 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature