Robotic Surgery
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Robot-assisted laparoscopic tubal anastomosis following sterilization
Streamlined robotic interpretation of a 2-stitch anastomosis technique in a 26-year-old woman.
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Clinical trial: Robotic versus laparoscopic ventral hernia repair
Evidence of the outcomes from robotic approaches to hernia repair is being collected and evaluated.
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Robotic approach falls short for sleeve gastrectomy
SEATTLE – Climbing the learning curve
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The case for closing robotic surgery port sites
JACKSONVILLE, FLA. – Hernias that occur at port sites after robotic surgery are rare but potentially harmful to patients.
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ROBOT trial compares surgical approaches to esophagectomy
The robot-assisted method works for patients with resectable esophageal cancer.
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Surgery residents cite time challenges to robotics training
Robotic training during residency may be hampered by lack of time and access.
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Clinical trial: The Role of the Robotic Platform in Inguinal Hernia Repair Surgery
An interventional trial to examine robotic platform efficacy is currently recruiting patients who require inguinal hernia repair surgery.
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Clinical trial: Study underway of robot-assisted surgery for pelvic prolapse
Sacrocolpopexy is the focus of a trial examining robotic assisted–procedure learning curves and outcomes.
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Robotic hysterectomy plus mini-lap outperformed open procedure
NATIONAL HARBOR, MD. – Robotic hysterectomy combined with mini-laparotomy is a safe and feasible option for tissue extraction when contained...
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Robotic Nissen fundoplication has teaching advantages
The robotic technique potentially allows for increased trainee participation without compromising perioperative outcomes.
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Shorter hospital stays with robotic thoracic surgery
Robotic thoracic surgery is associated with shorter hospital stays, compared with open procedures.