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Kamrava B, Derakhshan A, Gadkaree SK. Ergonomics in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery. Curr Opin Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2024; 32:215-221. [PMID: 38695447 DOI: 10.1097/moo.0000000000000977] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/05/2024]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW Understanding effective ergonomic interventions is crucial for enhancing occupational health and career longevity. There is a paucity of clear ergonomics guidelines in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery (FPRS), placing practitioners at high risk of work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) and their consequences. RECENT FINDINGS There is mounting evidence that FPRS specialists are at increased risk of WMSDs as compared with the public and other surgical specialties. Numerous studies have demonstrated that implementation of ergonomics principles in surgery decreases WMSDs. Furthermore, WMSDs are reported as early as the first year of surgical residency, marking the importance of early intervention. SUMMARY Fatigue and physical injuries among surgeons occur more often than expected, particularly during complex, extended procedures that necessitate maintaining a constant posture. FPRS procedure often place surgeons into procrustean positions. Thus, integrating ergonomic practices into the practice of FPRS is essential for reducing WMSDs.
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- Brandon Kamrava
- Department of Otolaryngology, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, Florida
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Loma Linda University Health, Loma Linda, California, USA
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- Department of Otolaryngology, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, Florida
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Huttman MM, Smith AN, Robertson HF, Purves R, Biggs SE, Dewi F, Dixon LK, Kirkham EN, Jones CS, Ramirez J, Scroggie DL, Pathak S, Blencowe NS. A Systematic Review to Summarise and Appraise the Reporting of Surgical Innovation: a Case Study in Robotic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass. Obes Surg 2024; 34:3058-3070. [PMID: 38898310 PMCID: PMC11289006 DOI: 10.1007/s11695-024-07329-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/09/2024] [Revised: 05/27/2024] [Accepted: 05/29/2024] [Indexed: 06/21/2024]
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Robotic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RRYGB) is an innovative alternative to traditional laparoscopic approaches. Literature has been published investigating its safety/efficacy; however, the quality of reporting is uncertain. This systematic review used the Idea, Development, Exploration, Assessment and Long-term follow-up (IDEAL) framework to assess the reporting quality of available literature. A narrative summary was formulated, assessing how comprehensively governance/ethics, patient selection, demographics, surgeon expertise/training, technique description and outcomes were reported. Forty-seven studies published between 2005 and 2024 were included. There was incomplete/inconsistent reporting of governance/ethics, patient selection, surgeon expertise/training and technique description, with heterogenous outcome reporting. RRYGB reporting was poor and did not align with IDEAL guidance. Robust prospective studies reporting findings using IDEAL/other guidance are required to facilitate safe widespread adoption of RRYGB and other surgical innovations.
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- Marc M Huttman
- Bristol Centre for Surgical Research, Population Health Sciences, Bristol Medical School, University of Bristol, Canynge Hall, 39 Whatley Road BS8 2PS, Bristol, BS81QU, UK
- University College Hospital, University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, London, NW12PB, UK
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- Peterborough City Hospital, Northwest Anglia NHS Foundation Trust, Peterborough, PE39GZ, UK
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- Bristol Centre for Surgical Research, Population Health Sciences, Bristol Medical School, University of Bristol, Canynge Hall, 39 Whatley Road BS8 2PS, Bristol, BS81QU, UK
- St Mary's Hospital, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, London, W21NY, UK
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- Bristol Centre for Surgical Research, Population Health Sciences, Bristol Medical School, University of Bristol, Canynge Hall, 39 Whatley Road BS8 2PS, Bristol, BS81QU, UK
- Southport and Ormskirk Hospitals NHS Trust, Southport, PR86PN, UK
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- Bristol Centre for Surgical Research, Population Health Sciences, Bristol Medical School, University of Bristol, Canynge Hall, 39 Whatley Road BS8 2PS, Bristol, BS81QU, UK
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- Bristol Centre for Surgical Research, Population Health Sciences, Bristol Medical School, University of Bristol, Canynge Hall, 39 Whatley Road BS8 2PS, Bristol, BS81QU, UK
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- Bristol Centre for Surgical Research, Population Health Sciences, Bristol Medical School, University of Bristol, Canynge Hall, 39 Whatley Road BS8 2PS, Bristol, BS81QU, UK
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- Bristol Centre for Surgical Research, Population Health Sciences, Bristol Medical School, University of Bristol, Canynge Hall, 39 Whatley Road BS8 2PS, Bristol, BS81QU, UK
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- Bristol Centre for Surgical Research, Population Health Sciences, Bristol Medical School, University of Bristol, Canynge Hall, 39 Whatley Road BS8 2PS, Bristol, BS81QU, UK
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- Bristol Centre for Surgical Research, Population Health Sciences, Bristol Medical School, University of Bristol, Canynge Hall, 39 Whatley Road BS8 2PS, Bristol, BS81QU, UK
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- Bristol Centre for Surgical Research, Population Health Sciences, Bristol Medical School, University of Bristol, Canynge Hall, 39 Whatley Road BS8 2PS, Bristol, BS81QU, UK
- Bristol Royal Infirmary, University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust, Bristol, BS28HW, UK
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- St James's University Hospital, Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Leeds, LS97TF, UK
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- Bristol Centre for Surgical Research, Population Health Sciences, Bristol Medical School, University of Bristol, Canynge Hall, 39 Whatley Road BS8 2PS, Bristol, BS81QU, UK.
- St James's University Hospital, Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Leeds, LS97TF, UK.
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Leang YJ, Mayavel N, Yang WTW, Kong JCH, Hensman C, Burton PR, Brown WA. Robotic versus laparoscopic gastric bypass in bariatric surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis on perioperative outcomes. Surg Obes Relat Dis 2024; 20:62-71. [PMID: 37730445 DOI: 10.1016/j.soard.2023.08.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/25/2023] [Revised: 07/22/2023] [Accepted: 08/05/2023] [Indexed: 09/22/2023]
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BACKGROUND Robotic-assisted surgery has emerged as a compelling approach to bariatric surgery. However, current literature has not consistently demonstrated superior outcomes to laparoscopic bariatric surgery to justify its higher cost. With its mechanical advantages, the potential gains from the robotic surgical platform are likely to be apparent in more complex cases such as gastric bypass, especially revisional cases. OBJECTIVE This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to summarize the literature and evaluate the peri-operative outcomes of patients with obesity undergoing robotic gastric bypass versus laparoscopic gastric bypass surgery. SETTING Systematic review. METHODS A literature search of Embase, Medline, Pubmed, Cochrane library, and Google Scholar was performed according to Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. Studies comparing outcomes of robotic and laparoscopic gastric bypass for obesity were included. RESULTS Twenty-eight eligible studies comprised a total of 82,155 patients; 9051 robotic bypass surgery (RBS) versus 73,104 laparoscopic bypass surgery (LBS) were included. All included studies compared Roux-en-Y gastric bypass. RBS was noted to have higher reoperation rate within 30 days (4.4% versus 3.4%; odds ratio 1.31 [95% CI, 1.04-1.66]; P = .027; I2 = 43.5%) than LBS. All other endpoints measured (complication rate, anastomotic leak, anastomotic stricture, surgical site infections, hospital readmission, length of stay, operative time, conversion rate and mortality) did not show any difference between RBS and LBS. CONCLUSION This systematic review and meta-analysis showed that there was no significant difference in key outcome measures in robotic versus laparoscopic gastric bypass. RBS was associated with a slightly higher reoperation rate and there was no reduction in overall complication rate with the use of robotic platform.
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- Yit J Leang
- Department of Surgery, Central Clinical School, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia; Oesophago-gastric and Bariatric Unit, Department of General Surgery, The Alfred Hospital, Melbourne, Australia.
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- Oesophago-gastric and Bariatric Unit, Department of General Surgery, The Alfred Hospital, Melbourne, Australia
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- Oesophago-gastric and Bariatric Unit, Department of General Surgery, The Alfred Hospital, Melbourne, Australia
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- Department of Surgery, Central Clinical School, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
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- Department of Surgery, Central Clinical School, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
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- Department of Surgery, Central Clinical School, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia; Oesophago-gastric and Bariatric Unit, Department of General Surgery, The Alfred Hospital, Melbourne, Australia
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- Department of Surgery, Central Clinical School, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia; Oesophago-gastric and Bariatric Unit, Department of General Surgery, The Alfred Hospital, Melbourne, Australia
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Hayashi MC, Sarri AJ, Pereira PASV, Rocha MM, Zequi SDC, Machado MT, de Souza AH, Magno LAV, Faria EF. Ergonomic risk assessment of surgeon's position during radical prostatectomy: Laparoscopic versus robotic approach. J Surg Oncol 2023; 128:1453-1458. [PMID: 37602508 DOI: 10.1002/jso.27419] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2023] [Revised: 07/10/2023] [Accepted: 08/02/2023] [Indexed: 08/22/2023]
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Radical prostatectomy (RP) is a definitive surgical therapy for localized prostate cancer. Evidence suggests that the poor ergonomics of surgeons during RP may lead to work-related musculoskeletal disorders and loss of productivity. Since each surgery modality has its physical demands, we compared the ergonomic risk between laparoscopic (LRP) and robotic-assisted (RARP) radical prostatectomy. METHODS The study assessed the posture of 10 urological surgeons during LRP and RARP surgeries with the Rapid Entire Body Assessment (REBA) scale. RESULTS We found that the RARP approach resulted in lower REBA scores over the LRP procedure. CONCLUSIONS Robotic surgery improves body posture for the urological surgeon like in other medical specialties. However, the surgeons display harmful postures in both surgeries.
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- Marcel Calegari Hayashi
- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Oncologia (PPGO), Fundação Pio XII, Hospital de Câncer de Barretos, Barretos, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Oncologia (PPGO), Fundação Pio XII, Hospital de Câncer de Barretos, Barretos, Brazil
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- INCT em Neurotecnologia Responsável (INCT-NeurotecR), Belo Horizonte, Brazil
- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Ciências da Saúde (PPGCS), Faculdade Ciências Médicas de Minas Gerais (FCMMG), Belo Horizonte, Brazil
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Ciências da Saúde (PPGCS), Faculdade Ciências Médicas de Minas Gerais (FCMMG), Belo Horizonte, Brazil
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Gorce P, Jacquier-Bret J. Effect of Assisted Surgery on Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorder Prevalence by Body Area among Surgeons: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2023; 20:6419. [PMID: 37510651 PMCID: PMC10379148 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20146419] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/03/2023] [Revised: 06/23/2023] [Accepted: 07/11/2023] [Indexed: 07/30/2023]
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Surgeons are highly exposed to work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs). The objective of this review was to summarize the WMSD prevalence by body area with and without assistive devices. The underlying question was whether there is an effect of assistive device use (robot, video, or other) during surgery on WMSD prevalence by body area among surgeons, regardless of their specialty. The systematic review was conducted according to the PRISMA guidelines. The Google Scholar, Pubmed/Medline, and ScienceDirect databases were scanned to identify relevant studies. The article selection, review, critical appraisal, and data extraction were performed by two authors independently. Among the 34,854 unique identified records, 77 studies were included. They were divided into two groups: 35 focused on robotic- and video-assisted surgery (RVAS) and 48 concerning surgery without video/robotic assistance (WAS) (6 studies evaluated the prevalence for both groups). WMSD prevalence was reported for 13 body areas: the neck, back, upper back, mid-back, lower back, shoulders, elbows, wrists, fingers, thumbs, hips, knees, and ankles. The results showed that WMSD prevalence was significantly higher (unpaired t-test, p < 0.05) for RVAS in the shoulders (WAS: 28.3% vs. RVAS: 41.9%), wrists (WAS: 20.9% vs. RVAS: 31.5%), and thumbs (WAS: 9.9% vs. RVAS: 21.8%). A meta-analysis was performed for 10 body areas (with 4 areas including more than 25 studies). No sufficient data were available for the mid-back, thumbs, or hips. A high heterogeneity (Cochran's Q test and I2 statistic) was observed. A random-effects model revealed that the highest worldwide prevalence was in the neck (WAS: 41% and RVAS: 45.3%), back (WAS: 37.7% and RVAS: 49.9%), lower back (WAS: 40.0% and RVAS: 37.8%), and shoulders (WAS: 27.3% and RVAS: 41.4%). Future work could focus on work environment design, particularly the positioning and adjustment of equipment, and on postural analysis to reduce the appearance of WMSDs. Recommendations are proposed for future reviews and meta-analyses.
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- Philippe Gorce
- International Institute of Biomechanics and Occupational Ergonomics, ErBio, Avenue du Dr Marcel Armanet, 83400 Hyères, France
- Université de Toulon, CS60584, CEDEX 9, 83041 Toulon, France
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- International Institute of Biomechanics and Occupational Ergonomics, ErBio, Avenue du Dr Marcel Armanet, 83400 Hyères, France
- Université de Toulon, CS60584, CEDEX 9, 83041 Toulon, France
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Al-Mazrou AM, Bellorin O, Dhar V, Dakin G, Afaneh C. Selection of Robotic Bariatric Surgery Candidates: a Nationwide Analysis. J Gastrointest Surg 2023; 27:903-913. [PMID: 36737593 DOI: 10.1007/s11605-023-05595-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2022] [Accepted: 01/07/2023] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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INTRODUCTION This study aims to identify risk factors associated with 30-day major complications, readmission, and delayed discharge for patients undergoing robotic bariatric surgery. METHODS From the metabolic and bariatric surgery and accreditation quality improvement program (2015-2018) datasets, adult patients who underwent elective robotic bariatric operations were included. Predictors for 30-day major complications, readmission, and delayed discharge (hospital stay ≥ 3 days) were identified using univariable and multivariable analyses. RESULTS Major complications in patients undergoing robotic bariatric surgery were associated with both pre-operative and intraoperative factors including pre-existing cardiac morbidity (OR = 1.41, CI = [1.09-1.82]), gastroesophageal reflux disease [GERD] (OR = 1.23, CI = [1.11-1.38]), pulmonary embolism (OR = 1.51, CI = [1.02-2.22]), prior bariatric surgery (OR = 1.66, CI = [1.43-1.94]), increased operating time (OR = 1.003, CI = [1.002-1.004]), gastric bypass or duodenal switch (OR = 1.58, CI = [1.40-1.79]), and intraoperative drain placement (OR = 1.28, CI = [1.11-1.47]). With regard to 30-day readmission, non-white race (OR = 1.25, CI = [1.14-1.39]), preoperative hyperlipidemia (OR = 1.16, CI = [1.14-1.38]), DVT (OR = 1.48, CI = [1.10-1.99]), therapeutic anticoagulation (OR = 1.48, CI = [1.16-1.89]), limited ambulation (OR = 1.33, CI = [1.01-1.74]), and dialysis (OR = 2.14, CI = [1.13-4.09]) were significantly associated factors. Age ≥ 65 (OR = 1.18, CI = [1.04-1.34]), female gender (OR = 1.21, CI = [1.10-1.32]), hypertension (OR = 1.08, CI = [1.01-1.15]), renal insufficiency (OR = 2.32, CI = [1.69-3.17]), COPD (OR = 1.49, CI = [1.23-1.82]), sleep apnea (OR = 1.10, CI = [1.03-1.18]), oxygen dependence (OR = 1.47, CI = [1.10-2.0]), steroid use (OR = 1.26, CI = [1.02-1.55]), IVC filter (OR = 1.52, CI = [1.15-2.0]), and BMI ≥ 40 (OR = 1.12, CI = [1.04-1.21]) were risk factors associated with delayed discharge. CONCLUSION When selecting patients for bariatric surgery, surgeons early in their learning curve for utilizing robotics should avoid individuals with pre-existing cardiac or renal morbidities, venous thromboembolism, and limited functional status. Patients who have had previous bariatric surgery or require technically demanding operations are at higher risk for complications. An evidence-based approach in selecting bariatric candidates may potentially minimize the overall costs associated with adopting the technology.
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- Ahmed M Al-Mazrou
- Division of GI Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medicine, 525 East 68Th Street Box 294, New York, NY, 10065, USA
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- Division of GI Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medicine, 525 East 68Th Street Box 294, New York, NY, 10065, USA
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- Division of GI Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medicine, 525 East 68Th Street Box 294, New York, NY, 10065, USA
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- Division of GI Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medicine, 525 East 68Th Street Box 294, New York, NY, 10065, USA
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- Division of GI Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medicine, 525 East 68Th Street Box 294, New York, NY, 10065, USA.
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Cost-Effectiveness of Totally Robotic and Conventional Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Bariatr Surg Pract Patient Care 2022. [DOI: 10.1089/bari.2022.0039] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
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Qudah Y, Alhareb A, Barajas-Gamboa JS, Del Gobbo GD, Rodriguez J, Kroh M, Corcelles R. Robotic Revisional Single Anastomosis Duodenoileal Bypass After Sleeve Gastrectomy. J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A 2021; 32:1027-1031. [PMID: 34494890 DOI: 10.1089/lap.2021.0470] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Introduction: Single anastomosis duodenoileal bypass with sleeve gastrectomy (SADI-S) is a metabolic operation emerging as an option for patients with morbid obesity. It is a promising revisional procedure for weight regain or suboptimal weight loss after sleeve gastrectomy (SG). Currently, there is limited literature describing robotic revisional SADI-S. This study describes the safety, feasibility, and early outcomes of robotic revisional SADI-S after previous SG. Methods: This is a retrospective review from May 26 2019 to January 31 2021. Perioperative outcomes were analyzed. Results: A total of 16 patients underwent the procedure. There were 11 females (69%) with a mean age of 39 ± 11 years. Mean body mass index (BMI) was 44.0 ± 5.1 kg/m2 and median ASA was two. Comorbidities included hypertension (25%), hyperlipidemia (19%), and obstructive sleep apnea (13%). Mean interval from primary to revisional surgery among patients was 5.5 ± 1.4 years. Median operative console time was 110 minutes (IQR = 103-137). There were no intraoperative complications. The median hospital stay was 2 days (IQR = 2-3). Perioperative outcomes included no reoperations, perioperative complications, or deaths. There were two (12.5%) emergency department visits for wound checks without infection but no readmissions. At a median follow-up of 4.5 months (IQR = 1-10), patients had a mean BMI of 38.3 ± 7.3 kg/m2 and a mean percent total body weight loss (%TBW) of 12.7%. Conclusions: Initial outcomes suggest that robotic revisional SADI-S after previous SG is feasible and safe. Future studies are needed to evaluate intermediate- and long-term postoperative outcomes.
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- Yaqeen Qudah
- Department of General Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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- Department of General Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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- Department of General Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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- Department of General Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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- Department of General Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.,Department of General Surgery, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio, USA.,Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio, USA
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- Department of General Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.,Department of General Surgery, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio, USA.,Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio, USA
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- Department of General Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.,Department of General Surgery, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio, USA.,Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio, USA
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Zhang Z, Miao L, Ren Z, Li Y. Robotic bariatric surgery for the obesity: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Surg Endosc 2021; 35:2440-2456. [PMID: 33881624 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-020-08283-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2020] [Accepted: 12/31/2020] [Indexed: 01/03/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The aim of this meta-analysis is to evaluate the safety and efficacy of bariatric surgery (BS) in patients with obesity by robotic bariatric surgery (RBS) compared with laparoscopic bariatric surgery (LBS). METHODS The study was performed through searching in Pubmed, Web of Science, Embase database and Cochrane Library until March 31, 2020 comparing RBS with LBS. Data were calculated on the following endpoints: operative time, length of hospital stay, reoperation within 30 days, overall complications, leak, stricture, pulmonary embolisms, estimated blood loss and mortality. Data as relative risks (OR), or weighted mean difference (WMD) were summarized with 95% confidence interval (CI). Risk of publication bias was assessed through standard methods. RESULTS Thirty eligible trials including 7,239 robotic and 203,181 laparoscopic surgery cases showed that RBS was referred to attain longer operative time [WMD = 27.61 min; 95%CI (16.27-38.96); P < 0.01] and lower mortality [OR 2.40; 95% CI (1.24-4.64); P = 0.009] than LBS. Length of hospital stay [WMD = - 0.02; 95% CI (- 0.19-0.15); P = 0.819], reoperation within 30 days [OR 1.36; 95% CI (0.65-2.82); P = 0.411], overall complications [OR 0.88; 95% CI (0.68-1.15); P = 0.362], leak [OR 1.04; 95% CI (0.43-2.51); P = 0.933], stricture [OR 1.05; 95% CI (0.52-2.12); P = 0.895], pulmonary embolisms [OR 1.97; 95% CI (0.93-4.17); P = 0.075], estimated blood loss[WMD = - 1.93; 95% CI (- 4.61-0.75); P = 0.158] were almost similar in both RBS group and LBS group. Three was no statistically significant difference between RRYGB and LRYGB in EWL%, no statistical significance between RSG and LSG after 1 year, 2 years and 3 years. CONCLUSION RBS presented lower mortality within 90 days and longer operative time in this meta-analysis with similar safety and efficacy for the obesity compared with LBS in other outcomes. Additionally, RBS might be beneficial in the future if it would be evaluated in comprehensive and long-term endpoints.
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- Zhengchao Zhang
- Department of General Surgery, Lanzhou University Second Hospital, Lanzhou, 730000, China
- Key Laboratory of Digestive System Tumors of Gansu Province, Lanzhou, 730000, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Lanzhou University Second Hospital, Lanzhou, 730000, China
- Key Laboratory of Digestive System Tumors of Gansu Province, Lanzhou, 730000, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Lanzhou University Second Hospital, Lanzhou, 730000, China
- Key Laboratory of Digestive System Tumors of Gansu Province, Lanzhou, 730000, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Lanzhou University Second Hospital, Lanzhou, 730000, China.
- Key Laboratory of Digestive System Tumors of Gansu Province, Lanzhou, 730000, China.
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Robotic Roux en Y gastric bypass can be safe and cost-effective in a rural setting: clinical outcomes from a community hospital bariatric program. J Robot Surg 2021; 15:929-936. [PMID: 33507471 DOI: 10.1007/s11701-021-01193-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/20/2020] [Accepted: 01/15/2021] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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Robotic Roux en Y gastric bypass (R-RYGB) is becoming more common due to the shifting trend toward robotic gastrointestinal surgery. The goal of this study is to determine if R-RYGB can be safely implemented at a robotic bariatric surgery program in a community hospital with similar results to laparoscopic RYGB (L-RYGB) in a cost-effective manner. A total of 50 R-RYGB procedures were performed with the Xi and the X da Vinci systems and compared with 50 L-RYGB cases by a single surgeon from October 2018 to January 2020 at an acute-care community hospital in a rural setting with a high-volume MBSAQIP-accredited program. A retrospective chart review was conducted with IRB approval and statistical analysis of 30-day morbidity, mortality, re-interventions, and resolution of co-morbidities, with financial analysis of cost reduction. Both groups were similar in age, gender, ASA class, co-morbidities, and body mass index (BMI). There was no mortality or anastomotic leak. The 30-day morbidity for R-RYGB was 10.0% with a re-operation rate of 4.0%. There were no conversions to open, and the mean hospital length of stay was 2.22 ± 1.19 days. There were no statistically significant differences between R-RYGB and L-RYGB with respect to any measured outcome, including intraoperative time (121.94 vs. 113.52, respectively; p = 0.1495). However, when incidences and percentages were used, R-RYGB had improved performance for most of the outcomes measuring safety. There was an average cost reduction of $816.90 per case (total saving of $40,845.00 for 50 cases) in the R-RYGB by transitioning from a hybrid approach to a totally robotic approach. R-RYGB appears to be as safe as L-RYGB and can be performed in a rural community hospital while maintaining a low complication rate, achieving a high co-morbidity resolution rate, and saving costs with a totally robotic approach.
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Mocanu V, Mihajlovic I, Dang JT, Birch DW, Karmali S, Switzer NJ. Evolving Trends in North American Gastric Bypass Delivery: a Retrospective MBSAQIP Analysis of Technical Factors and Outcomes from 2015 to 2018. Obes Surg 2020; 31:151-158. [PMID: 32761442 DOI: 10.1007/s11695-020-04889-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/08/2020] [Revised: 07/25/2020] [Accepted: 07/28/2020] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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PURPOSE A number of procedural and technical factors have been adopted over time to overcome the steep learning curve and adverse safety profile of Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB). However, the evolution and impact of these factors are not currently known which limits our ability to optimize RYGB delivery. MATERIALS AND METHODS Data was extracted from the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP) data registry from 2015 to 2018. All primary RYGB procedures were included while prior revisional surgeries and emergency surgeries were excluded. Primary outcomes included characterizing the trends in procedural and technical factors associated with RYGB. RESULTS A total of 156,941 patients underwent primary RYGB from 2015 to 2018 with a mean age of 45.2 ± 11.9 years and a mean body mass index of 46.4 ± 8.4 kg/m [1]. The majority of patients were female (80.3%), of white racial status (73.5%), and of non-smoking status (92.1%). The most commonly performed approach was laparoscopic RYGB although an increase in robotic cases was observed over time. Rates of drain placement and postoperative swallow studies decreased by 10% from 2015 to 2018. Together, these trends were associated with reductions in serious complications, readmission, and re-intervention rates over time. CONCLUSION The proportion of RYGB cases performed in MBSAQIP accredited centers has decreased from 2015 to 2018 associated with an increased adoption of sleeve gastrectomy Leaks, serious complications, readmission, and reintervention rates improved with each operative year suggesting that the technical proficiency and safety of RYGB continue to evolve with time.
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- Valentin Mocanu
- Department of Surgery, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB, Canada. .,Division of General Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada.
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- Department of Surgery, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB, Canada
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Bustos R, Mangano A, Gheza F, Chen L, Aguiluz-Cornejo G, Gangemi A, Sanchez-Johnsen L, Hassan C, Masrur M. Robotic-Assisted Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass: Learning Curve Assessment Using Cumulative Sum and Literature Review. Bariatr Surg Pract Patient Care 2019; 14:95-101. [PMID: 31572625 DOI: 10.1089/bari.2018.0042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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Purpose: Robotic-assisted Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RARYGB) is a procedure that is used with increasing frequency in the United States. Among other bariatric procedures, RARYGB is a good model for the robotic platform because it allows hand-sewn suturing and energy devices application. The aim of this study was to conduct a literature review of robotic approach in RARYGB, its learning curve using the cumulative sum (CUSUM) method, and our experience as Center of Excellence recognized by the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS). Methods: A total of 67 patients were included. Results revealed that the learning curve was achieved after case 11. Eighteen studies were included in the pooled analysis. Results: An increase in the operative time was noted at case 46, in which a second phase was identified. A significant difference between these two phases was found only related to previous bariatric surgery. The outcomes of this series were comparable with the ones available in the literature. Conclusions: The robotic platform is increasing its role in complex procedures such as RARYGB. The hand-sewn technique may offer important advantages in terms of shorter learning curve, reduced conversion rate, and lower leakage rate.
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- Roberto Bustos
- Division of General, Minimally Invasive and Robotic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
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- Division of General, Minimally Invasive and Robotic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
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- Division of General, Minimally Invasive and Robotic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
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- Division of General, Minimally Invasive and Robotic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
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- Division of General, Minimally Invasive and Robotic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
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- Division of General, Minimally Invasive and Robotic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
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- Division of General, Minimally Invasive and Robotic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
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- Division of General, Minimally Invasive and Robotic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
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- Division of General, Minimally Invasive and Robotic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
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Clapp B, Liggett E, Jones R, Lodeiro C, Dodoo C, Tyroch A. Comparison of robotic revisional weight loss surgery and laparoscopic revisional weight loss surgery using the MBSAQIP database. Surg Obes Relat Dis 2019; 15:909-919. [DOI: 10.1016/j.soard.2019.03.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/22/2018] [Revised: 03/13/2019] [Accepted: 03/17/2019] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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Wang L, Yao L, Yan P, Xie D, Han C, Liu R, Yang K, Guo T, Tian L. Robotic Versus Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass for Morbid Obesity: a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Obes Surg 2018; 28:3691-3700. [DOI: 10.1007/s11695-018-3458-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/17/2023]
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Robotic Versus Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery: a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Obes Surg 2016; 26:3031-3044. [DOI: 10.1007/s11695-016-2408-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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Robotic vs. Laparoscopic Roux-En-Y Gastric Bypass: a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Obes Surg 2016; 25:2180-9. [PMID: 26344797 DOI: 10.1007/s11695-015-1870-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/14/2023]
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We aim to summarize the available literature on patients treated with robotic RYGB and compare the clinical outcomes of patients treated with robotic RYGB with those treated with the standard laparoscopic RYGB. A systematic literature search of PubMed and Scopus databases was conducted in accordance with the PRISMA guidelines. Fourteen comparative and 11 non-comparative studies were included in this study, reporting data on 5145 patients. This study points to comparable clinical outcomes between robotic and laparoscopic RYGB. Robotic-assisted RYGB was associated with significantly less frequent anastomotic stricture events, reoperations, and a decreased length of hospital stay compared with the standard laparoscopic procedures; however, these findings should be interpreted with caution given the low number and poor quality of the studies currently available in the literature.
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Franasiak J, Craven R, Mosaly P, Gehrig PA. Feasibility and acceptance of a robotic surgery ergonomic training program. JSLS 2016; 18:JSLS.2014.00166. [PMID: 25489213 PMCID: PMC4254477 DOI: 10.4293/jsls.2014.00166] [Citation(s) in RCA: 48] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Background and Objectives: Assessment of ergonomic strain during robotic surgery indicates there is a need for intervention. However, limited data exist detailing the feasibility and acceptance of ergonomic training (ET) for robotic surgeons. This prospective, observational pilot study evaluates the implementation of an evidence-based ET module. Methods: A two-part survey was conducted. The first survey assessed robotic strain using the Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire (NMQ). Participants were given the option to participate in either an online or an in-person ET session. The ET was derived from Occupational Safety and Health Administration guidelines and developed by a human factors engineer experienced with health care ergonomics. After ET, a follow-up survey including the NMQ and an assessment of the ET were completed. Results: The survey was sent to 67 robotic surgeons. Forty-two (62.7%) responded, including 18 residents, 8 fellows, and 16 attending physicians. Forty-five percent experienced strain resulting from performing robotic surgery and 26.3% reported persistent strain. Only 16.6% of surgeons reported prior ET in robotic surgery. Thirty-five (78%) surgeons elected to have in-person ET, which was successfully arranged for 32 surgeons (91.4%). Thirty-seven surgeons (88.1%) completed the follow-up survey. All surgeons participating in the in-person ET found it helpful and felt formal ET should be standard, 88% changed their practice as a result of the training, and 74% of those reporting strain noticed a decrease after their ET. Conclusion: Thus, at a high-volume robotics center, evidence-based ET was easily implemented, well-received, changed some surgeons' practice, and decreased self-reported strain related to robotic surgery.
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- Jason Franasiak
- Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Science, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ. USA
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- University of North Carolina School of Medicine, Chapel Hill, NC, USA
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- University of North Carolina School of Medicine, Chapel Hill, NC, USA
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC, USA
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Bhatia P, Bindal V, Singh R, Gonzalez-Heredia R, Kalhan S, Khetan M, John S. Robot-assisted sleeve gastrectomy in morbidly obese versus super obese patients. JSLS 2016; 18:JSLS-D-14-00099. [PMID: 25392663 PMCID: PMC4208899 DOI: 10.4293/jsls.2014.00099] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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Background and Objectives: This study evaluates our technique for robot-assisted sleeve gastrectomy for morbidly obese and super obese patients and our outcomes. Methods: A retrospective analysis of patients who underwent robot-assisted sleeve gastrectomy at a single center was performed. The procedure was performed with the da Vinci Si HD Surgical System (Intuitive Surgical, Sunnyvale, California). The staple line was imbricated with No. 2-0 polydioxanone in all cases. The super obese (body mass index ≥50 kg/m2) subset of patients was compared with the morbidly obese group in terms of demographic characteristics, comorbidities, operative times, perioperative complications, and excess body weight loss. Results: A total of 35 patients (15 female and 20 male patients) with a mean body mass index of 48.17 ± 11.7 kg/m2 underwent robot-assisted sleeve gastrectomy. Of these patients, 11 were super obese and 24 were morbidly obese. The mean operative time was 116.3 ± 24.7 minutes, and the mean docking time was 8.9 ± 5.4 minutes. Mean blood loss was 19.36 ± 4.62 mL, and there were no complications, conversions, or perioperative deaths. When compared with the morbidly obese patients, the super obese patients showed no significant difference in operative time, blood loss, and length of hospital stay. There was a steep decline in operating room times after 10 cases of robot-assisted sleeve gastrectomy. Conclusion: This study shows the feasibility and safety of robot-assisted sleeve gastrectomy. Robotic assistance might help overcome the operative difficulties encountered in super obese patients. It shows a rapid reduction in operative times with the growing experience of the entire operative team. Robot-assisted sleeve gastrectomy can be a good procedure by which to introduce robotics in a bariatric surgery center before going on to perform Roux-en-Y gastric bypass and revision procedures.
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- Parveen Bhatia
- Institute of Minimal Access, Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi, India
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- Division of General, Minimally Invasive & Robotic Surgery, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Institute of Minimal Access, Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi, India
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- Division of General, Minimally Invasive & Robotic Surgery, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Institute of Minimal Access, Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi, India
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- Institute of Minimal Access, Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi, India
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- Institute of Minimal Access, Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi, India
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Methylene Blue or Upper GI, Which is More Effective for Detecting Leaks in Gastric Bypass Patients? Surg Laparosc Endosc Percutan Tech 2015; 25:451-4. [DOI: 10.1097/sle.0000000000000191] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Comparison of the morbidity, weight loss, and relative costs between robotic and laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy for the treatment of obesity in Brazil. Obes Surg 2015; 24:1420-4. [PMID: 24658977 DOI: 10.1007/s11695-014-1239-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND In recent years, there has been renewed interest in using robotics in bariatric surgery for the treatment of morbid obesity. However, the high cost of a robotic surgical system has hindered its widespread use in developing countries. This study aims to compare the rate of morbidity, weight loss, and relative costs between laparoscopic (LSG) and robotic-assisted sleeve gastrectomy (RSG) performed for the treatment of obesity in a single center in Brazil. METHODS From January 2011 to March 2013, 48 severely obese patients underwent either LSG or RSG at our institution and were prospectively followed up for 12 months. Patients were free to choose either approach and were informed of any extra costs that may be incurred. RESULTS Thirty-two patients underwent LSG and 16 patients, RSG. No significant differences were observed between LSG and RSG groups regarding age, sex, BMI, incidence of comorbidities, duration of surgery, and length of hospital stay. Also, there were no significant between-group differences in BMI values evaluated at 6 and 12 months after surgery. Surgical costs were almost twice as high and total hospital costs were approximately 50 % higher in the robotic approach compared to the laparoscopic approach. CONCLUSION Both RSG and LSG had excellent and similar post-operative clinical outcomes. However, the much higher costs of purchasing and maintaining the robotic system are still precluding the use of RSG as a routine approach in the treatment of morbid obesity in Brazil.
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SAGES TAVAC safety and effectiveness analysis: da Vinci ® Surgical System (Intuitive Surgical, Sunnyvale, CA). Surg Endosc 2015. [PMID: 26205559 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-015-4428-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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BACKGROUND The da Vinci(®) Surgical System (Intuitive Surgical, Sunnyvale, CA, USA) is a computer-assisted (robotic) surgical system designed to enable and enhance minimally invasive surgery. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has cleared computer-assisted surgical systems for use by trained physicians in an operating room environment for laparoscopic surgical procedures in general, cardiac, colorectal, gynecologic, head and neck, thoracic and urologic surgical procedures. There are substantial numbers of peer-reviewed papers regarding the da Vinci(®) Surgical System, and a thoughtful assessment of evidence framed by clinical opinion is warranted. METHODS The SAGES da Vinci(®) TAVAC sub-committee performed a literature review of the da Vinci(®) Surgical System regarding gastrointestinal surgery. Conclusions by the sub-committee were vetted by the SAGES TAVAC Committee and SAGES Executive Board. Following revisions, the document was evaluated by the TAVAC Committee and Executive Board again for final approval. RESULTS Several conclusions were drawn based on expert opinion organized by safety, efficacy, and cost for robotic foregut, bariatric, hepatobiliary/pancreatic, colorectal surgery, and single-incision cholecystectomy. CONCLUSIONS Gastrointestinal surgery with the da Vinci(®) Surgical System is safe and comparable, but not superior to standard laparoscopic approaches. Although clinically acceptable, its use may be costly for select gastrointestinal procedures. Current data are limited to the da Vinci(®) Surgical System; further analyses are needed.
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Alibhai MH, Shah SK, Walker PA, Wilson EB. A review of the role of robotics in bariatric surgery. J Surg Oncol 2015; 112:279-83. [PMID: 25953149 DOI: 10.1002/jso.23913] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/31/2014] [Accepted: 03/08/2015] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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The epidemic of obesity continues to be a major health issue. It is now almost uniform that surgical procedures for weight loss are performed with minimally invasive techniques. This article reviews the literature regarding obesity-related health issues, in particular risk of malignancy, and the application of robotic technology in weight loss surgical procedures. With increasing literature and technology in surgical robotics, its application in the field of bariatric surgery continues to evolve.
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- Mustafa H Alibhai
- Department of Surgery, University of Texas Medical School at Houston, Houston, Texas
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- Department of Surgery, University of Texas Medical School at Houston, Houston, Texas.,Michael E. DeBakey Institute for Comparative Cardiovascular Science and Biomedical Device, Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas
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- Department of Surgery, University of Texas Medical School at Houston, Houston, Texas
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- Department of Surgery, University of Texas Medical School at Houston, Houston, Texas
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Starnes CC, Gochnour DC, Hall B, Wilson EB, Snyder BE. The Economy of Motion of the Totally Robotic Gastric Bypass: Technique, Learning Curve, and Outcomes of a Fellowship-Trained, Robotic Bariatric Surgeon. J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A 2015; 25:411-8. [DOI: 10.1089/lap.2014.0501] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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- Christopher Cody Starnes
- Division of Elective General Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas
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- Division of Elective General Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas
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- Memorial Hermann Hospital, Texas Medical Center, Houston, Texas
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- Division of Elective General Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas
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- Division of Elective General Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas
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Ramos AC, Domene CE, Volpe P, Pajecki D, D'Almeida LAV, Ramos MG, Bastos ELDS, Kim KC. Early outcomes of the first Brazilian experience in totally robotic bariatric surgery. ABCD-ARQUIVOS BRASILEIROS DE CIRURGIA DIGESTIVA 2014; 26 Suppl 1:2-7. [PMID: 24463890 DOI: 10.1590/s0102-67202013000600002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2013] [Accepted: 03/26/2013] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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BACKGROUND Currently, bariatric surgery is the most effective therapy for morbid obesity, and the laparoscopic approach is considered gold-standard for Roux-en-Y gastric bypass. Totally robotic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass has been proposed as a major evolution in minimally invasive bariatric surgery and its use is becoming more widespread. AIM To provide an early report of the first Brazilian case-series of totally robotic gastric bypass and perioperative short-term outcomes. METHODS All consecutive patients who underwent totally robotic gastric bypass at two recognized centers of bariatric surgery were included. Patient demographic data, body mass index, operative times, hospital stay, complications and mortality in the 30 postoperative days were recorded. The surgeons received the same training program before the clinical procedures and all the surgeries were performed under the supervision of an experienced robotic surgeon. RESULTS The surgeries were performed by five surgeons and included 68 patients (52 women - 76.5%), with a mean age of 40.5 years (range 18 to 59) and mean BMI of 41.3 (35.2 - 59.2). Total mean operative time was 158 minutes (range 90 to 230) and mean overall hospital stay was 48 h. Postoperative surgical complication rate (30 day) was 5.9%, with three minor and one major complication. There was no mortality, leak or stricture. CONCLUSION Even with surgeons in early learning curves, the robotic approach within a well-structured training model was safe and reproducible for the surgical treatment of the morbid obesity.
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Buchs NC, Morel P, Azagury DE, Jung M, Chassot G, Huber O, Hagen ME, Pugin F. Laparoscopic Versus Robotic Roux-En-Y Gastric Bypass: Lessons and Long-Term Follow-Up Learned From a Large Prospective Monocentric Study. Obes Surg 2014; 24:2031-9. [DOI: 10.1007/s11695-014-1335-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 63] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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Multifactorial analysis of the learning curve for totally robotic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass for morbid obesity. Obes Surg 2014; 23:1753-60. [PMID: 23832519 DOI: 10.1007/s11695-013-1020-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/09/2023]
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BACKGROUND Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass is one of the most commonly performed bariatric operation worldwide for the surgical management of obesity. Totally robotic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (TR-RYGBP) has been considered to be a better approach by some groups especially early in a surgeon's experience. However, the learning curve associated with TR-RYGBP has been poorly evaluated yet. The aim of this study was to evaluate the learning curve of patients who underwent TR-RYGBP. METHODS This is a prospective study of 154 first consecutive patients undergoing TR-RYGBP to analyze the influence of surgeon experience, bedside first assistant, and patient factors on operative time and postoperative complications. To give a comprehensive view of success related to the learning process, a single hybrid variable was generated. Multivariate analysis predicted the risk factors for complications and operative time. A risk-adjusted cumulative sum analysis estimated the learning curve. RESULTS The learning curve for TR-RYGBP was 84 cases. Case rank and first assistant level were independent predictors of total operative time. Overall 30-day postoperative morbidity rate was 33.1 % and decreased over time. Surgeon experience (OR 2.6; CI 95 [1.290 to 5.479]; p = 0.0081) and first assistant level (OR 2.42; CI 95 [1.197 to 4.895]; p = 0.0139) remained independent predictors of composite event (operative time and complications). CONCLUSIONS This study identifed criteria that should be assessed in future studies about TR-RYGBP. Both surgeon experience and bedside first assistant level affected operative duration, but surgeon experience was the most significant factor in reducing complication rates.
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Robotic sleeve gastrectomy versus laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy: a comparative study with 200 patients. Obes Surg 2014; 23:1501-7. [PMID: 23897216 DOI: 10.1007/s11695-013-1039-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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The da Vinci Surgical System has shown its possible indications in obesity surgery. This clinical study aims to elucidate the benefits, potentials, or problems of applying robotic technology for sleeve gastrectomy (SG). Data from 200 patients who underwent SG either performed by laparoscopy or robotic approach were assessed. A review of the data was analyzed with 1-year follow-up. There were 143 female patients. Mean age was 43.6 years. Mean BMI was 48.4 kg/m2. Operative time was longer for the robotic SG group (p < 0.005). The overall leak rate was 3.5%. Robotic SG is feasible and may be an initial procedure to undergo more complex procedures. Cost issues and operative times will need to be more clearly estimated in the future.
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Do laparoscopic skills transfer to robotic surgery? J Surg Res 2014; 187:53-8. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jss.2013.10.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/17/2013] [Revised: 09/09/2013] [Accepted: 10/08/2013] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Robotic versus laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) in obese adults ages 18 to 65 years: a systematic review and economic analysis. Surg Endosc 2013; 28:414-26. [PMID: 24196545 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-013-3217-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 46] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/10/2013] [Accepted: 09/09/2013] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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BACKGROUND In the United States, 37.5 % of adults (78 million) are obese. The direct medical costs of treating obesity-related disease account for more than 6 % of the national health expenditure. Robotic bariatric surgery is becoming more common, but it is unclear whether robotic procedures result in lower complication rates. Additionally, some evidence is conflicting regarding the costs of robotic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) compared with those of laparoscopic RYGB. This study aimed to compare complication rates, operative characteristics, and expected costs between robotic and laparoscopic RYGB. METHODS A systematic review of the literature was performed with searches of five databases and grey literature, hand searches, and reference and forward citation searches. Studies comparing robotic versus laparoscopic RYGB involving patients ages 18-65 years who met the National Institutes of Health (NIH) criteria for bariatric surgery were included in the study if they reported overall or major complication rates. Outcomes were pooled using random-effects metaanalysis. A decision-tree economic analysis was performed to calculate expected costs associated with each technique. RESULTS The systematic search strategy returned 1,374 potentially relevant studies. The inclusion criteria were met by 10 of these studies, which included results from 2,557 patients. The overall major and minor complications did not differ significantly between the robotic and laparoscopic groups. The rates for anastomotic leak, bleeding, stricture, and reoperation did not differ significantly. An economic analysis found that the expected costs for robotic RYGB ($15,447) were higher than for laparoscopic RYGB ($11,956). Sensitivity analyses produced similar results. CONCLUSION The complication rates did not differ significantly between robotic and laparoscopic RYGB, but the expected costs were greater for robotic RYGB. Further cost effectiveness analyses are recommended before adoption of a robotic approach to RYGB.
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Robotic surgery for laparoscopic procedures such as advanced gastrointestinal surgery and abdominal malignancies is currently on the rise. The first robotic systems have been used since the 1990s with increasing number of clinical cases and broader clinical applications each year. Although high-evidence-level data are scarce, studies suggest that the technical advantages of robotic surgery result in a clinical value for procedures of advanced complexity such as Roux-en-Y gastric bypass and revisional bariatric surgery. Ultimately, the digital interface of the robotic system with the option to integrate augmented reality and real-time imaging will allow advanced applications particularly in the field of gastrointestinal surgery for malignancies.
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Craven R, Franasiak J, Mosaly P, Gehrig PA. Ergonomic Deficits in Robotic Gynecologic Oncology Surgery: A Need for Intervention. J Minim Invasive Gynecol 2013; 20:648-55. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jmig.2013.04.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 52] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/26/2013] [Revised: 04/13/2013] [Accepted: 04/15/2013] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Totally Robotic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass: Technique. Indian J Surg 2013; 77:164-6. [PMID: 26139977 DOI: 10.1007/s12262-013-0948-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/29/2012] [Accepted: 07/05/2013] [Indexed: 10/26/2022] Open
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The da Vinci(TM) robotic system (Intuitive Surgical, Inc, Sunnyvale, CA) has been used frequently for urological procedures including radical prostatectomy and pyeloplasty. Its use in bariatric surgery is limited to few high volume centres in the western world. The advantages of robotic assistance are three-dimensional vision, ergonomic advantage and improved precision. We report our experience of using this advanced technology to perform a robotic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass in a 55-year-old obese diabetic patient. We were able to reproduce our standard laparoscopic technique and all the steps of the surgical procedure were done using robotic assistance.
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Benizri EI, Renaud M, Reibel N, Germain A, Ziegler O, Zarnegar R, Ayav A, Bresler L, Brunaud L. Perioperative outcomes after totally robotic gastric bypass: a prospective nonrandomized controlled study. Am J Surg 2013; 206:145-51. [PMID: 23735669 DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2012.07.049] [Citation(s) in RCA: 49] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/30/2012] [Revised: 07/05/2012] [Accepted: 07/17/2012] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND Perioperative short-term outcomes could be improved after totally robotic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (TR-RYGBP) compared with conventional laparoscopic gastric bypass. METHODS This is a nonrandomized controlled prospective study (N = 200) to evaluate perioperative short-term outcomes. The primary endpoint was to investigate risk factors for 30-day surgical complications. RESULTS Mean total operative time was shorter in patients who underwent TR-RYGBP (130 vs 147 minutes; P < .0001). However, postoperative surgical complications rate (13% vs 1%; P = .001), and mean overall hospital stay (9.3 vs 6.7 days; P < .0001) were higher after TR-RYGBP. By multivariate analysis, robotic surgery (hazard ratio [HR] = 15.1; 95% confidence interval [CI], 2.8 to 280; P = .01), and conversion to laparotomy (HR = 18.8; 95% CI, 1.7 to 250.8; P = .014) were independent risk factors for 30-day surgical complications. CONCLUSIONS Although robotic gastric bypass reduces mean operative time, TR-RYGBP is associated with an increased postoperative surgical complications rate and longer hospitalization.
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- Emmanuel I Benizri
- Multidisciplinary Unit for Obesity Surgery UMCO, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nancy, 54511 Vandoeuvre, France.
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Tahmasbi Rad M, Wallwiener M, Rom J, Sohn C, Eichbaum M. Learning curve for laparoscopic staging of early and locally advanced cervical and endometrial cancer. Arch Gynecol Obstet 2013; 288:635-42. [PMID: 23503936 PMCID: PMC3742954 DOI: 10.1007/s00404-013-2787-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2012] [Accepted: 02/28/2013] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Background Laparoscopic staging is rapidly evolving as an important surgical approach in the field of gynecology oncology. However, the specific learning curve associated with this approach remains poorly investigated. This study aimed to evaluate the learning curve for laparoscopic staging of uterine cancers. Methods A series of 28 consecutive laparoscopic hysterectomies with or without pelvic and/or para-aortic lymph node sampling for the treatment of early and locally advanced endometrial or cervical cancer were performed between July 2008 and January 2011. The analyses of the learning curves of the institution were performed for 20 patients who had undergone pelvic lymphadenectomy and/or para-aortal lymph node sampling. The learning curve period has also been compared with the last 26 patients who received laparotomy staging (“open” group) due to the same diagnosis and by the same surgical team. To assess the short- and long-term outcomes, we used validated questionnaires to record the clinical and follow-up results, any complaints or subjective reports from the patients, and details of their quality of life. All data were collected prospectively in a database and reviewed retrospectively. The learning was evaluated using the cumulative sum (CUSUM) method. Results The CUSUM learning curve consisted of two distinct phases: phase 1 (the initial 9 cases) and phase 2 (the subsequent cases) which presented the mastery phase, with the operative time of 397.7 ± 63.5 versus 300.6 ± 19.4 min (p < 0.0001). The significance of the difference between the two phases and “open” group changed in terms of number of lymph nodes retrieved, intra-operative blood loss and hospital stay. The conversion rate of phase 1 was higher than phase 2 [2 (22.2 %) respectively 1 (9 %)]. Conclusions This series confirms previous study findings concerning the feasibility and the safety of laparoscopic staging and provides information for surgeons in single centers considering adopting an endoscopic strategy to monitor the different aspects of outcomes during the implementation process for internal benchmarking. The operative outcome of laparoscopic staging intervention improves with experience. The data reported in this article suggest that after a learning curve of 9 patients, a relevant improvement at least regarding the duration of the operation can be achieved for experienced surgeons who start performing laparoscopic staging of uterine cancers. However, due to the limited number of patients as well as number of para-aortic lymph node sampling procedures, further studies are required for firm conclusions to be drawn.
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- Morva Tahmasbi Rad
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany.
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The Initial Learning Curve for Robot-Assisted Sleeve Gastrectomy: A Surgeon's Experience While Introducing the Robotic Technology in a Bariatric Surgery Department. Minim Invasive Surg 2012; 2012:347131. [PMID: 23029610 PMCID: PMC3457625 DOI: 10.1155/2012/347131] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/03/2012] [Accepted: 08/15/2012] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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Objective. Robot-assisted sleeve gastrectomy has the potential to treat patients with obesity and its comorbidities. To evaluate the learning curve for this procedure before undergoing Roux en-Y gastric bypass is the objective of this paper. Materials and Methods. Robot-assisted sleeve gastrectomy was attempted in 32 consecutive patients. A survey was performed in order to identify performance variables during completion of the learning curve. Total operative time (OT), docking time (DT), complications, and length of hospital stay were compared among patients divided into two cohorts according to the surgical experience. Scattergrams and continuous curves were plotted to develop a robotic sleeve gastrectomy learning curve. Results. Overall OT time decreased from 89.8 minutes in cohort 1 to 70.1 minutes in cohort 2, with less than 5% change in OT after case 19. Time from incision to docking decreased from 9.5 minutes in cohort 1 to 7.6 minutes in cohort 2. The time required to dock the robotic system also decreased. The complication rate was the same in the two cohorts. Conclusion. Our survey indicates that technique and outcomes for robot-assisted sleeve gastrectomy gradually improve with experience. We found that the learning curve for performing a sleeve gastrectomy using the da Vinci system is completed after about 20 cases.
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Chiu CC, Wang JJ, Tsai TC, Chu CC, Shi HY. The relationship between volume and outcome after bariatric surgery: a nationwide study in Taiwan. Obes Surg 2012; 22:1008-15. [PMID: 22453496 DOI: 10.1007/s11695-012-0636-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND This study purposed to explore the impact of hospital volume and surgeon volume on hospital resource utilization after bariatric surgery and to identify the predictors of length of stay (LOS) and hospital treatment cost in a nationwide population in Taiwan. METHODS This population-based cohort study retrospectively analyzed 2,674 bariatric surgery procedures performed from 1997 to 2008. Hospitals were classified as low- and high-volume hospitals if their annual number of bariatric surgeries were <35 and ≥ 35, respectively. Surgeons were classified as low- and high-volume surgeons if their annual number of bariatric surgeries were <15 and ≥ 15, respectively. Hierarchical linear regression models were used to predict LOS and hospital treatment cost. RESULTS The mean LOS was 7.67 days and the LOS for high-volume hospitals/surgeons was, on average, 28%/31% shorter than that for low-volume hospitals/surgeons. The mean hospital treatment cost was US$2,344.08, and the average hospital costs for high-volume hospitals/surgeons were 10%/13% lower than those for low-volume hospitals/surgeons. Advanced age, male gender, high Charlson co-morbidity index, and current treatment in a low-volume hospital, by a low-volume surgeon, and via open gastric bypass were significantly associated with long LOS and high hospital treatment cost (P < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS The data suggest that annual surgical volume is the key factor in hospital resource utilization. The results improve the understanding of medical resource allocation for this surgical procedure and can help to formulate public health policies for optimizing hospital resource utilization for related diseases.
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- Chong-Chi Chiu
- Department of Surgery, Chi Mei Medical Center, Tainan, Taiwan
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Reducing cost of surgery by avoiding complications: the model of robotic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass. Obes Surg 2012; 22:52-61. [PMID: 21538177 DOI: 10.1007/s11695-011-0422-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 109] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND Robotic surgery is a complex technology offering technical advantages over conventional methods. Still, clinical outcomes and financial issues have been subjects of debate. Several studies have demonstrated higher costs for robotic surgery when compared to laparoscopy or open surgery. However, other studies showed fewer costly anastomotic complications after robotic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGBP) when compared to laparoscopy. METHODS We collected data for our gastric bypass patients who underwent open, laparoscopic, or robotic surgery from June 1997 to July 2010. Demographic data, BMI, complications, mortality, intensive care unit stay, hospitalization, and operating room (OR) costs were analyzed and a cost projection completed. Sensitivity analyses were performed for varied leak rates during laparoscopy, number of robotic cases per month, number of additional staplers during robotic surgery, and varied OR times for robotic cases. RESULTS Nine-hundred ninety patients underwent gastric bypass surgery at the University Hospital Geneva from June 1997 to July 2010. There were 524 open, 323 laparoscopic, and 143 robotic cases. Significantly fewer anastomotic complications occurred after open and robotic RYGBP when compared to laparoscopy. OR material costs were slightly less for robotic surgery (USD 5,427) than for laparoscopy (USD 5,494), but more than for the open procedure (USD 2,251). Overall, robotic gastric bypass (USD 19,363) was cheaper when compared to laparoscopy (USD 21,697) and open surgery (USD 23,000). CONCLUSIONS Robotic RYGBP can be cost effective due to balancing greater robotic overhead costs with the savings associated with avoiding stapler use and costly anastomotic complications.
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Fourman MM, Saber AA. Robotic bariatric surgery: a systematic review. Surg Obes Relat Dis 2012; 8:483-8. [PMID: 22579735 DOI: 10.1016/j.soard.2012.02.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 66] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2011] [Revised: 02/10/2012] [Accepted: 02/21/2012] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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BACKGROUND Obesity is a nationwide epidemic, and the only evidence-based, durable treatment of this disease is bariatric surgery. This field has evolved drastically during the past decade. One of the latest advances has been the increased use of robotics within this field. The goal of our study was to perform a systematic review of the recent data to determine the safety and efficacy of robotic bariatric surgery. The setting was the University Hospitals Case Medical Center (Cleveland, OH). METHODS A PubMed search was performed for robotic bariatric surgery from 2005 to 2011. The inclusion criteria were English language, original research, human, and bariatric surgical procedures. Perioperative data were then collected from each study and recorded. RESULTS A total of 18 studies were included in our review. The results of our systematic review showed that bariatric surgery, when performed with the use of robotics, had similar or lower complication rates compared with traditional laparoscopy. Two studies showed shorter operative times using the robot for Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, but 4 studies showed longer operative times in the robotic arm. In addition, the learning curve appears to be shorter when robotic gastric bypass is compared with the traditional laparoscopic approach. Most investigators agreed that robotic laparoscopic surgery provides superior imaging and freedom of movement compared with traditional laparoscopy. CONCLUSION The application of robotics appears to be a safe option within the realm of bariatric surgery. Prospective randomized trials comparing robotic and laparoscopic outcomes are needed to further define the role of robotics within the field of bariatric surgery. Longer follow-up times would also help elucidate any long-term outcomes differences with the use of robotics versus traditional laparoscopy.
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- Matthew M Fourman
- Department of Surgery, Division of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery, Case Western Reserve University Hospitals, Cleveland, Ohio 44106, USA
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Diamantis T, Alexandrou A, Nikiteas N, Giannopoulos A, Papalambros E. Initial experience with robotic sleeve gastrectomy for morbid obesity. Obes Surg 2012; 21:1172-9. [PMID: 20686929 DOI: 10.1007/s11695-010-0242-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 52] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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BACKGROUND Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) is used with increasing frequency for the treatment of morbid obesity. The application of robotic techniques has been reported for bariatric operations like laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass and laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding, but not for LSG. We report herein our initial experience with LSG performed with the use of the Da Vinci surgical system. METHODS Nineteen consecutive patients underwent LSG with the use of the Da Vinci surgical system by the same surgical team. Surgical techniques followed the principles of standard LSG. Preparation of the stomach was performed by the console surgeon and its division with the staplers by the patient-side surgeon. RESULTS Seventeen women and two men with a mean age of 39.4 years and a mean body mass index (BMI) of 48.2 kg/m(2) were operated. Mean operative time was 95.5 ± 11.5 min. Docking time was 16 ± 4.2 min. There were no conversions. Peri-operative morbidity and mortality was zero. Time to BMI ratio for robotic LSG was 2 ± 0.3 min/kg/m(2) and it was equal to the respective of our standard LSGs. When the docking time was excluded, the same ratio was 1.7 ± 0.2, significantly shorter than the respective 2.0 ± 0.5 of our conventional LSGs (p = 0.018). Mean excess body weight loss 1 year post-operatively was 65.5 ± 25.6%. CONCLUSIONS Robotic laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy is a feasible, safe, and efficient surgical technique for the treatment of morbid obesity and it does not add to the operating time of the procedure.
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- Theodoros Diamantis
- Laiko Athens General Hospital, 1st Department of Surgery, University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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Tieu K, Allison N, Snyder B, Wilson T, Toder M, Wilson E. Robotic-assisted Roux-en-Y gastric bypass: update from 2 high-volume centers. Surg Obes Relat Dis 2012; 9:284-8. [PMID: 22361807 DOI: 10.1016/j.soard.2011.11.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/10/2011] [Revised: 10/17/2011] [Accepted: 11/19/2011] [Indexed: 10/14/2022]
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BACKGROUND Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) is a challenging operation in the most experienced hands. Robotic surgery allows the capabilities of the minimally invasive surgeon to be extended. An increasing number of robotic gastric bypasses are being performed each year with the assumption that the complication rates are decreased. The objectives of the present study were to review the results of robotic-assisted RYGB (RARYGB) from 2 high-volume centers, including 1 university and 1 private practice. METHODS We report the most recently compiled, largest series of RARYGB in the world to show the effectiveness, morbidity, and mortality of this method. Databases were searched for patients undergoing RARYGB from 2002 to 2010, and the endpoints were recorded. RESULTS A total of 1100 RARYGBs matched our search. The patients had a mean preoperative age of 46.9 years, mean weight of 131.9 kg, and mean body mass index of 47.9 kg/m(2). The mean operative time was 155 minutes. There were no conversions. The mean body mass index was 39.8 kg/m(2) at 3 months postoperatively (79% follow-up). Complications were few, and included 2 cases of pulmonary embolism (.19%), 3 cases of deep venous thrombosis (.27%), 1 case of gastrojejunal anastomotic leak (.09%), and 9 cases of staple line bleeding (.82%). No patients died. CONCLUSION RARYGB is safe and effective. Although the operative time might be increased, the complication rates, most notably of anastomotic leak, are extremely low.
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- Ken Tieu
- Department of General Surgery, University of Texas Medical School-Houston, Houston, Texas 77030, USA
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Bariatric surgery is a field in rapid evolution, and the speed of this evolution has been accelerating over the last several decades. A thorough understanding of past developments is crucial to anticipating the future intelligently. The trends that have driven evolution historically often persist, and continue to be influential in the future. With this in mind, this article briefly outlines the historical and current trends in bariatric surgery, and follows the trajectory of these trends into the future to anticipate the technologies and techniques that will be most important to the field in the coming years.
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- Sean M Lee
- Department of Surgery, Duke University Medical Center, Box 3443, Durham, NC 27710, USA
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Buchs NC, Pugin F, Bucher P, Hagen ME, Chassot G, Koutny-Fong P, Morel P. Learning curve for robot-assisted Roux-en-Y gastric bypass. Surg Endosc 2011; 26:1116-21. [PMID: 22044973 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-011-2008-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 88] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/03/2011] [Accepted: 10/13/2011] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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BACKGROUND Robot-assisted Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGBP) is rapidly evolving as an important surgical approach in the bariatric field. However, the specific learning curve associated with this new approach remains poorly investigated. This study aimed to evaluate the learning curve for robot-assisted RYGBP. METHODS A series of 64 consecutive robot-assisted RYGBP procedures were performed between December 2008 and December 2010 by a single surgeon already experienced in advanced laparoscopic procedures but not in bariatric surgery. All data were collected prospectively in a database and reviewed retrospectively. The learning curve was evaluated using the cumulative sum (CUSUM) method. RESULTS Women comprised 76.6% and men 23.4% of this series. These patients had a mean age of 43 years and a mean body mass index (BMI) of 44.5 kg/m(2). The mean operative time (OT) was 238.1 min (range, 150-400 min). A total of six complications occurred (9.4%). The CUSUM learning curve consisted of two distinct phases: phase 1 (the initial 14 cases; mean OT, 288.9 min) and phase 2 (the subsequent cases; mean OT, 223.6 min), which represented the mastery phase, with a decrease in OT (P = 0.0001). The two groups were similar in terms of gender, age, and BMI. The two phases did not differ in terms of complications or hospital stay. CONCLUSIONS This series confirms previous study findings concerning the feasibility and the safety of robotic RYGBP even after a limited experience with laparoscopic RYGBP. The data reported in this article suggest that the learning phase for robot-assisted RYGBP can be achieved with 14 cases.
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- Nicolas C Buchs
- Clinic for Visceral and Transplantation Surgery, Department of Surgery, University Hospital of Geneva, Rue Gabriel-Perret-Gentil, 4, 1211, Geneva 14, Switzerland.
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Markar SR, Karthikesalingam AP, Venkat-Ramen V, Kinross J, Ziprin P. Robotic vs. laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass in morbidly obese patients: systematic review and pooled analysis. Int J Med Robot 2011; 7:393-400. [PMID: 22113976 DOI: 10.1002/rcs.414] [Citation(s) in RCA: 60] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2011] [Revised: 06/12/2011] [Accepted: 06/21/2011] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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BACKGROUND The aim of this study was to provide pooled analysis of individually small trials comparing robotic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RRYGB) with standard laparoscopic RYGB (LRYGB). METHODS A systematic literature search of Medline, Embase and Cochrane Library databases was performed. Primary outcome measures were the incidence of anastomotic leak and stricture. Secondary outcome measures were post-operative complications, operative time and length of hospital stay. RESULTS Seven relevant studies of 1686 patients were included in this analysis. There was a significantly reduced incidence of anastomotic stricture in the robotic group (POR = 0.43; 95% CI = 0.19 to 0.98; p = 0.04). There was no significant difference between robotic and laparoscopic groups for anastomotic leak, post-operative complications, operative time and length of hospital stay. CONCLUSION The incidence of anastomotic stricture was reduced with RRYGB compared with LRYGB over a minimum follow-up period of 6 months, thus demonstrating the potential benefit of RRYGB.
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- S R Markar
- Academic Surgical Unit, St Mary's Hospital, Imperial College, London, UK.
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Bot-Robin V, Rubod C, Zini L, Collinet P. Étude de faisabilité du traitement laparoscopique robot-assisté de lésions d’endométriose pelvienne profonde. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2011; 39:407-11. [DOI: 10.1016/j.gyobfe.2011.05.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/27/2010] [Accepted: 02/15/2011] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Ayloo SM, Addeo P, Shah G, Sbrana F, Giulianotti PC. Robot-assisted hybrid laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass: surgical technique and early outcomes. J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A 2011; 20:847-50. [PMID: 21158570 DOI: 10.1089/lap.2010.0261] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/23/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Roux-en-Y gastric bypass performed laparoscopically remains the gold standard in bariatric surgery. The role of robot-assisted laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass has not been clearly defined. METHODS We present 80 consecutive cases of robot-assisted laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass performed at a single institution. Mechanics, early outcomes, and learning curve are evaluated. Eighty robot-assisted laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypasses were performed on 71 women and 9 men with a mean age of 39 years, mean preoperative weight of 134 kg, and mean BMI of 48. RESULTS Total mean operative time was 209 minutes. There was no mortality, leak, stricture, or obstruction. CONCLUSION Robot-assisted laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass is a safe and feasible option for bariatric surgery. Its role in improving surgical outcomes needs to be defined further.
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- Subhashini M Ayloo
- Division of General, Minimally Invasive, and Robotic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, USA.
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Park CW, Lam ECF, Walsh TM, Karimoto M, Ma AT, Koo M, Hammill C, Murayama K, Lorenzo CSF, Bueno R. Robotic-assisted Roux-en-Y gastric bypass performed in a community hospital setting: the future of bariatric surgery? Surg Endosc 2011; 25:3312-21. [DOI: 10.1007/s00464-011-1714-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 51] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/18/2010] [Accepted: 12/01/2010] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Kim KC, Buffington C. Totally robotic gastric bypass: approach and technique. J Robot Surg 2011; 5:47-50. [PMID: 27637259 DOI: 10.1007/s11701-010-0242-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/23/2010] [Accepted: 12/29/2010] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Despite the advantages of the da Vinci robotic system in the performance of abdominal surgery (Maeso et al. Ann Surg 252:254-262, 2010), there has been limited application of this technology to bariatric surgery. The robotic platform may be ideal for performance of Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB), providing significant ergonomic advantage and greater ability to maneuver more precisely in limited spaces. However, there has been slow adoption of robotic technology for the performance of the RYGB procedure due, in part, to the perceived difficulty of conversion from laparoscopic to totally robotic procedures and the associated initial increase in operative time. In this report, we describe our approach to developing a standardized totally robotic technique with focus on patient safety and attention to operative times, the technique itself, and surgery outcomes of nearly 300 RYGB cases. Our findings show that totally robotic RYGB can be safely approached through systematic stepwise progression with minimal complications and comparable operative times.
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- Keith C Kim
- Florida Hospital Celebration Health, Celebration, FL, USA.
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Robot-assisted versus Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass: Is There a Difference in Outcomes? World J Surg 2010; 35:637-42. [DOI: 10.1007/s00268-010-0938-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 61] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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