Robotic Nissen Fundoplication Revision
Introduction: Nissen Fundoplication is an effective treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease. Recurrent reflux symptoms may occur due to the mechanical failure of the fundoplication. Patients who fail medical management will require surgical revision. The safety and efficacy of laparoscopic reoperation for the recurrent hiatal hernia or slipped fundoplication depend on the surgeon’s skills and experience.… Continue Reading
Robotic Posterior Retroperitoneal Adrenalectomy: Initial Report
Robotic Posterior Retroperitoneal Adrenalectomy: Initial ReportIntroduction: There has been a recent interest in robotic adrenalectomy due to improvement of technology. The lateral transabdominal robotic approach has been reported. The posterior retroperitoneal (PR) approach has been described laparoscopically, but there are no reports robotically. The challenge with this latter technique is related to close spacing of… Continue Reading
Robotic Versus Laparoscopic Total Mesorectal Excision of Rectal Cancer. A Comparative Study of Oncological Safety and Short-term Outcomes
Background. Aim of this study is to evaluate feasibility, oncological safety and short-term outcomes of robotic total mesorectal excision (R-TME) for rectal cancer compared to laparoscopic TME (L-TME). Materials and Methods. From January 2008 to June 2009 50 patients with histological proven adenocarcinoma of middle and lower rectum were enrolled. Mean age was 64.6 years,… Continue Reading
Robotic Vs. Conventional Laparoscopic Gastric Banding: A Comparison of 407 Cases
INTRODUCTION: The current indications and rationale for using a robotic technique in bariatric surgery, specifically gastric banding, remain unclear. The objective of this study was to quantify the safety and potential benefits of this novel technology in the context of both patient and surgeon outcomes as compared to the conventional laparoscopic approach. METHODS AND PROCEDURES:… Continue Reading
- Type:
- Podium Presentations
- Topic:
- Robotics
Stepwise Progression to Totally Robotic Bypass
Objective: We describe our strategy and experience using the da Vinci S system to develop a completely robotic gastric bypass technique in a stepwise fashion. The first robotic bariatric procedure was performed in1999 by Cardiere.1 The wristed movement and 7 degees of motion, enhanced high definition optics, superior ergonomics, and numerous other advantages have been… Continue Reading
Three Port Robotic Right Hemicolectomy: A Systematic Approach to Set Up and Surgery
Robotic Surgery for colonic resections has been the topic of multiple discussions regarding cost, procedure length, safety and efficacy over the past several years. Despite, awareness generated from this research there is a paucity of video data that addresses the proper setup involved for a successful colonic resection utilizing robotic technology. We describe a systematic… Continue Reading
- Type:
- Video Loop Presentations
- Topic:
- Robotics